Does DOT Really Mean Anything? A lot of people know that the Department of Transportation certification for motorcycle helmets isn’t very good. There’s a lot of problems with it, including the fact ...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) employed Act Labs—an independent lab in California—to test DOT helmets for labeling and performance from 2014 to 2019. During that time, the ...

When it comes to motorcycle helmets, safety is king, but practical designs and aesthetics vary quite a bit between equally ...

There are myriad issues with the way DOT rated helmets are tested for minimum safety standards, not least of which is the fact that the standard (FMVSS 218) was written in 1974. A DOT rated helmet ...

Shoei makes great helmets, but it isn't the only premium option on the market. Here are four top-tier motorcycle helmet ...