Sharing the Road with Bicycles: A Guide by Get Drivers Ed
As road users, it's essential to understand the importance of safely sharing the road with bicycles. Get Drivers Ed emphasizes in our drivers ed courses the need for mutual respect and awareness between drivers and cyclists. This blog post aims to provide drivers with practical tips for coexisting safely with bicycles on the road.
Tips for Sharing the Road with Bicycles
Understand Bicycle Rights: Bicycles are legally considered vehicles and have the same rights and responsibilities as motorized vehicles.
Keep a Safe Distance: Maintain a safe distance when passing bicycles, giving them at least three feet of clearance.
Check for Bicycles When Turning: Always look for cyclists when making turns, especially right turns where you may cross a bike lane.
Be Cautious with Doors: Practice the "Dutch Reach" by opening your car door with your far hand to avoid hitting a cyclist.
Yield to Cyclists: Just like any vehicle, yield to cyclists when they have the right of way.
Avoid Distractions: Stay alert and minimize distractions to be aware of cyclists around you.
Respect Bike Lanes: Don’t drive, park, or stop in bike lanes.
Use Signals: Always use your turn signals to indicate your intentions to cyclists.
Be Patient: Understand that cyclists may need to navigate road hazards and may move slower than motorized traffic.
Educate Young Drivers: Incorporate bicycle safety into drivers ed for new drivers.
Sharing the road with bicycles is an important aspect of road safety. At Get Drivers Ed, we integrate these principles into our drivers ed courses. To learn more about safe driving practices and enroll in our courses, visit https://getdriversed.com/courses. For more information, contact us at [email protected] or +1 (877) 779-3336.
