Drivers Warned of Cyclist Dangers

When we are driving, one of the main things to look out for is other cars – whether they are overtaking, undertaking, or any other manoeuvre that could cause danger to yourself, other auto mobiles are probably at the top of the list when it comes to dangers you might face behind the wheel.

One that is surprisingly rarely mentioned however, is that of cyclists. Despite figures suggesting that cyclists have increased in number by 1.2 % in just 3 years, as well as the devastating statistic that the amount of cyclists killed on UK roads has increased by a shocking 10% in the same period, many do not seem to consider bicycle users as a hazard that they need to keep an eye out for.

The truth is that cyclists are perhaps even more of a hazard to motorists – their relatively small stature makes them much harder to see than a car, however they are still capable of reaching speeds on a bicycle that mean they could appear suddenly and without warning, if you do not perform your checks thoroughly enough.

Be aware of cyclists around you, and we can bring the number of cyclist-related tragedies down for the future.

Safe driving from Britannia!

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