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How To Drive Safely Around Cyclists

1. Drive cautiously

Always reduce your speed when you encounter cyclists
In inclement weather, give cyclists extra trailing and passing room
Recognize situations that may be potentially dangerous to cyclists and give them space

2. Yield to cyclists
Cyclists are considered vehicles and should be given the appropriate right of way
Cyclists may take the entire lane when hazards, road width or traffic speed dictate
Motorists should allow extra time for cyclists to cross intersections

3. Be considerate
Scan for cyclists in traffic and at intersections
Do not blast your horn in close proximity to cyclists
Look for cyclists when opening doors

4. Pass with care
Leave three to four feet of space between your car and a cyclist when passing
Wait until road and traffic conditions allow you to safely pass
Check over your shoulder after passing a cyclist before moving back to normal position

5. Watch for children
Children on bicycles are often unpredictable - expect the unexpected and slow down
Most children don't have adequate knowledge of traffic laws
Children are harder to see because they are typically smaller than adults

Tip courtesy of the League of American Bicyclists (bikeleague.org).

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