There will come a time when you encounter a bicyclist during your drives around Traverse City, MI. They have the same rights to the road as cars, so we here at Mercedes-Benz of Traverse City want to give everyone a few tips on how to safely share the road with bicyclists.
The first thing you need to do when encountering a bicyclist on the road is to slow your speed and give them plenty of space. You need to treat the bike like any other vehicle on the road. Try to stay at least three or four feet away at all times.
It is then time to access your surroundings. If there are no other approaching vehicles, you can safely move into the adjacent lane to pass the bicyclist. Maintain your slower speed until you have completely passed the bike. Once you have arrived at your destination, check for oncoming cyclists before opening your door.
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