How should you share the road with cyclists?

• A. Leave at least three feet when passing, watch for door openings, and be cautious at intersections.
• B. Honk to alert cyclists.
• C. Squeeze past cyclists closely to save time.
• D. Drive in the bike lane.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to give cyclists space and stay alert to the hazards they face. When you pass a cyclist, keep at least three feet of clearance so you don’t crowd them if they wobble, swerve, or ride unpredictably. Always scan for parked cars and opened doors—dooring is a common danger for cyclists, and you can’t rely on them to avoid it. At intersections, slows down and anticipate that a cyclist may be crossing or turning, sometimes in the lane you’re about to enter or cross.

This approach is safer than honking, which can startle a cyclist and cause a sudden, unsafe move. Squeezing past closely increases the risk of a collision. Driving in the bike lane to pass or ride beside cyclists can put you in an illegal space and endanger riders who rely on that lane for safe travel. So, giving a wide, steady pass, watching for door openings, and being cautious at intersections is the best practice for sharing the road with cyclists.