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What distance should you maintain when overtaking a motorcyclist?

What distance should you maintain when overtaking a motorcyclist?

Description

Art. 24 para. 2 of the Act of 20 June 1997 - The Road Traffic Act (Journal of Laws of 2012, item 1137, as amended)
Explanation

Correct answer: Not less than 1 m.

According to Art. 24 para. 2 of the Road Traffic Act, you must maintain a distance of no less than 1 metre when overtaking a motorcycle. This is crucial for safety, as the gust of air created by the overtaking vehicle can destabilise the motorcyclist. This same requirement applies when overtaking a bicycle, moped, or a column of pedestrians.