What is the 'Dutch reach'?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Opening the car door with your far hand
- Step 1: The 2022 Highway Code advises this technique to avoid dooring cyclists. Step 2. Using the hand furthest from the door turns your body so you see approaching cyclists. Answer: Opening the car door with your far hand. Why not the others: It is not a reversing, overtaking or tyre technique.
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