What should you check when you've just overtaken a motorcyclist on a motorway?
- A Your speedometer
- B Your left-hand mirror
- C Your right-hand mirror
- D The road ahead
Why this is the answer
When overtaking with a long vehicle, it's very important to be aware of the position of the road user you're passing. Check the nearside mirror to make sure you've passed safely before returning to the left. Be especially careful when overtaking motorcyclists, as they may be affected by the draught from your vehicle.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- Your speedometer — The speedometer tells you nothing about where the rider is.
- C
- Your right-hand mirror — The right-hand mirror covers the side you have moved away from.
- D
- The road ahead — The road ahead matters always, and the rider is now behind and to your left.
Where this comes from
- Driving Buses and Coaches — section 4
- Driving Goods Vehicles — section 4
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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