How should you share the road with bicyclists?

Answer: A — Leave a safe passing distance (typically 3 feet) and do not squeeze into narrow gaps

Sharing the road with bicyclists means giving them space and treating them as legitimate road users. The best approach is to pass with a safe distance—typically about three feet—so the cyclist has room to maneuver and to avoid being hit by car doors, debris, or a sudden swerve. Squeezing into narrow gaps to rush by is dangerous because it leaves little margin for error and can force the cyclist toward traffic or hazards. Riding beside them at the same speed isn’t appropriate in most situations since it doesn’t provide room to safely pass or react to changing conditions. Honking to warn them isn’t helpful and can startle the rider, increasing risk. If there isn’t enough room to pass safely, slow down and wait until you can pass with the required clearance, or move to a different lane if it’s legal to do so.