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A car overtakes a cyclist outside a built-up area. What is the required minimum lateral clearance?

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1.50 metres

At least 1.5 metres, under Article 85. Occupy part or all of the adjacent or opposing lane; with more than one lane per direction, change lanes completely. Do not endanger or obstruct opposing traffic. Outside built-up areas, from 1 October 2026, reduce speed to at least 20 km/h below the road limit before starting and throughout the manoeuvre.

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