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Cycling safety is important and we want to remind cyclists and motorists that using the bike lanes on our roads is a shared responsibility.

Responsibilities of cyclists and motorists
CyclistsMotorists
Always remain visible (reflectors, red light at rear). Look out for cyclists (a pothole may force them to steer to the left).
Be alert (look out for potential dangers and obey traffic signals). Keep your distance (aim for about 1 metre between your vehicle and the cyclist).
Yield to pedestrians (never ride on the sidewalk). Be careful at intersections (be prepared in case a cyclist appears suddenly).
Go with the flow of traffic (on the right). Do not honk your horn when approaching a cyclist (this can startle them and cause them to make a wrong manoeuvre).
Ring your bell or call out to let other trail users know you are approaching. Avoid driving and parking on bike paths.
Keep your speed under 15 km/h. Check to see if a cyclist coming before you open your car door.

Source: Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec

Cycling is an excellent mode of transportation as long as cyclists and motorists share the road in a safe and respectful manner. Be safe!

Cyclists must always ride on the right-hand side of the road. Why?

  • Subsection 179(1) of New Brunswick’s Motor Vehicle Act says that “every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable.”
  • Traffic signs are located on the right-hand side of roadways and inform all users of potential dangers.
  • The headlights of vehicles approaching from behind light up the road for cyclists.
  • You are more likely to see pedestrians, who must walk in the opposite direction of traffic, when you ride on the right-hand side of the road.
  • If you are involved in a collision with a motor vehicle, there is a lower risk of serious injury if you are hit from behind and propelled to the right.
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