With the days becoming shorter, and most of us driving when the mornings are still dark and the sun sets early, cyclists are often difficult to see on the road. Especially if you’re driving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV), so it’s important to remain mindful of their presence. While the most common vehicles involved in fatal cyclist accidents are cars and taxis, HGVs pose a particular danger, accounting for around 20% of cyclist deaths in London.
Unfortunately, in 2013, there were 19,438 reported cyclist casualties in the UK, which included 109 deaths. These figures highlight just how important it is to look out for cyclists and make sure your driving style doesn’t endanger their lives.