Question 7218

When driving a large vehicle, when passing a cyclist it is important...

to maintain speed and watch for compliance with vertical signs.
when near them, to use audible signals to indicate our presence.
to leave sufficient lateral clearance because of the blasts of air we can cause.

Show answer and explanation

Correct answer: to leave sufficient lateral clearance because of the blasts of air we can cause.

When passing a cyclist in a large vehicle, such as a truck, leave plenty of lateral clearance, more than the minimum of 1.5 meters if you can do so safely, because the blast of air as you pass can throw the cyclist off balance. Honking does not give them more space, and maintaining your speed is not enough.

Cuestiones de Seguridad Vial. Edición 2023 · Effects of heavy trucks on cyclists during overtaking manoeuvres: a controlled study

Question 7218

When driving a large vehicle, when passing a cyclist it is important...

to maintain speed and watch for compliance with vertical signs.
when near them, to use audible signals to indicate our presence.
to leave sufficient lateral clearance because of the blasts of air we can cause.

Show answer and explanation

Correct answer: to leave sufficient lateral clearance because of the blasts of air we can cause.

Cuestiones de Seguridad Vial. Edición 2023 · Effects of heavy trucks on cyclists during overtaking manoeuvres: a controlled study

Question 7218

When driving a large vehicle, when passing a cyclist it is important...

to maintain speed and watch for compliance with vertical signs.
when near them, to use audible signals to indicate our presence.
to leave sufficient lateral clearance because of the blasts of air we can cause.

Show answer and explanation

Correct answer: to leave sufficient lateral clearance because of the blasts of air we can cause.

Cuestiones de Seguridad Vial. Edición 2023 · Effects of heavy trucks on cyclists during overtaking manoeuvres: a controlled study