It should come as no surprise that a cyclist is most likely to be injured in a collision with a vehicle. These crashes can be avoided by sharing the road safely and being alert and cautious. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association and Indiana Department of Transportation recommends best practices for motorists and cyclists:
Drivers:
- Be focused and alert to the road and traffic, including cyclists.
- Yield to cyclists as you would to motorists.
- Always be aware of cyclists, especially at intersections when turning at a green light or making a right on red.
- Give them room—leave around three feet of passing space between the right side of your vehicle and cyclist.
- Reduce speed when passing a cyclist.
Cyclists:
- Always wear a helmet.
- Wear bright colors during the day and reflective gear at night.
- Add a white front light and a red rear light to your bike for riding at night.
- Use hand signals with your left arm to show drivers your intentions.
- Ride in the same direction as traffic and obey all traffic signs and signals.
Follow these 10 simple tips to help keep drivers and cyclists co-commuting safely.
Resources:
Indiana Department of Transportation. (2018). Share the Road.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2018). Bicycle Safety.
Inside Story is for educational and informational
purposes only. Inside Story is compiled from various sources, which may or may not
be affiliated with our family of companies, and may include the assistance of
artificial intelligence. While we strive to provide accurate and reliable
content, we make no warranties or guarantees about its completeness, accuracy,
or reliability, and are not responsible for the content of any third-party
sources or websites referenced herein. The inclusion of any content does not
establish a business relationship or constitute our endorsement, approval, or
recommendation of any third party. Testimonials and examples provided are for
illustrative purposes only and do not guarantee future or similar results or
outcomes, and may not consider individual circumstances, goals, needs, or
objectives. Inside Story does not provide legal, tax, or accounting advice. For
individual guidance, please consult a qualified professional in the appropriate
field.
Coverages
subject to policy terms, conditions, and exclusions. Subject to underwriting
review and approval.