Other types of vehicle
You are behind a mobility scooter travelling slowly on the road. What should you do?
- Overtake immediately whatever the conditions
- Be patient and pass slowly with plenty of room when it is safeCorrect
- Drive close behind to make it hurry
- Expect it to travel at normal traffic speed
Why?
Rule 220 of The Highway Code notes that powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters travel at up to 8 mph and are small and low. Be patient, give them plenty of room and pass slowly when it is safe.
Highway Code rule 220