Many of the latest model vehicles in our Sarasota, FL Sunset Cadillac of Sarasota inventory have technology that alerts drivers to the presence of oncoming cyclists. However, drivers must proceed cautiously in order to keep vehicle occupants and cyclists safe while sharing the road.
Lakewood Ranch, FL cyclists typically travel on the ride side of roads whether the pathways have bike lanes or not. Thus, drivers must exercise caution when making right-hand turns to prevent cutting off or running into a cyclist. Pass them slowly and cautiously. Stay out of bike lanes.
Make sure there is a minimum of three feet of space between the cyclist, bike, and your vehicle. Yield the right-of-way to the smaller, less protected vehicle and passenger. Keep an eye out for young cyclists using the road. Smaller bikes and cyclists are less visible and so in more danger from colliding with vehicles.
When parked, glance at the side mirror before opening the door to prevent hitting a cyclist.
