What is the recommended approach to riding around large trucks in traffic?

What is the recommended approach to riding around large trucks in traffic?

• A. Tailgate to encourage faster movement.
• B. Pass on the right whenever possible.
• C. Stay in their blind spots to avoid other vehicles.
• D. Do not ride in their blind spots; maintain space and pass safely on the left when clear.

Answer: (D)

When sharing the road with large trucks, your main goal is to stay visible and keep a safe space around the vehicle. Trucks have big blind spots on both sides and behind them; if you ride in those areas, the driver may not see you and a lane change or stop could put you at serious risk. The safest approach is to avoid those blind spots, give the truck plenty of following distance, and only pass when there is a clear gap. Passing on the left is generally safer because the truck driver has a better view of you in that wing of the mirror and you’re moving into a space the driver can more easily check. After passing, smoothly re-enter a safe lane position and avoid lingering directly beside or behind the truck. Tailgating or riding in the truck’s blind spots on either side increases the chance of a crash, so these behaviors should be avoided.

When sharing the road with large trucks, your main goal is to stay visible and keep a safe space around the vehicle. Trucks have big blind spots on both sides and behind them; if you ride in those areas, the driver may not see you and a lane change or stop could put you at serious risk. The safest approach is to avoid those blind spots, give the truck plenty of following distance, and only pass when there is a clear gap. Passing on the left is generally safer because the truck driver has a better view of you in that wing of the mirror and you’re moving into a space the driver can more easily check. After passing, smoothly re-enter a safe lane position and avoid lingering directly beside or behind the truck. Tailgating or riding in the truck’s blind spots on either side increases the chance of a crash, so these behaviors should be avoided.