Which of the following is NOT considered a Vulnerable Road User?

Vulnerable Road Users are individuals who are most likely to be injured in traffic incidents due to their lack of protection compared to motor vehicles. They include groups such as pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists, all of whom are at higher risk of severe injury or fatality in a collision with a larger, heavier vehicle.

The answer indicates that 18-wheelers are not considered Vulnerable Road Users. This is correct because 18-wheelers, or large trucks, are equipped with a sturdy structure and safety features that provide substantial protection to the driver compared to individuals who are on foot, riding bicycles, or on motorcycles. Since 18-wheelers are motorized vehicles, they have a much lower risk of injury in an accident involving smaller road users, which differentiates them significantly from those classified as vulnerable.

In contrast, bicyclists and pedestrians rely on their own physical presence for safety, and motorcyclists, while they do have a vehicle, have very little protection, making them more susceptible to harm on the road.