Safe driving 2 pts
How can a driver reduce the risk of collision with a passing cyclist when getting out of a vehicle?
Correct answer
- The vehicle driver uses the so-called Dutch Reach maneuver, opening the door with their right (farther) hand, which forces them to turn their body. This way, they can better check the rear-view mirror and look back over their left shoulder before fully opening the door.
Other options
- The vehicle driver does not have an obligation to think for other road users in this situation. The cyclist must anticipate and adjust their speed to the situation to avoid a collision.
- The vehicle driver must look thoroughly into the rear-view mirror on the windshield and then look back over their right shoulder to check the entire situation in the rear door glass. Simultaneously, they open the door with their left hand to signal to passing cyclists that they intend to get out.
Explanation
What the law says: A driver must not endanger other road users when opening a door.
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