Vulnerable road users
You are following a cyclist and you are approaching a junction. Should you overtake?
- Yes, overtake quickly before the junction
- Yes, as long as you sound your horn first
- Yes, cyclists must move over at junctions
- No, do not overtake as you approach a junctionCorrect
Why?
Rule 167 of The Highway Code says you should not overtake as you approach a junction. The cyclist may be turning, and another vehicle could emerge, so wait until it is safe.
Highway Code rule 167