What distance should you maintain when overtaking a cyclist or a moped?

When overtaking a bicycle, moped, motorcycle, or a column of pedestrians, you must maintain a safe distance of no less than 1 metre. This rule comes from Art. 24 para. 2 of the Road Traffic Act. Maintaining this distance is crucial for safety, as the gust of air created by the overtaking vehicle can destabilise a cyclist and cause them to fall.