> leaving you susceptible to parked car doors suddenly opening
Dutch driving instructors teach 'the Dutch reach'. You get into the habit of opening the car door with your left hand, so you'll automatically look for cyclists that may be passing by.
Dutch driving instructors teach 'the Dutch reach'. You get into the habit of opening the car door with your left hand, so you'll automatically look for cyclists that may be passing by.
Mind you, I can't remember the last time I was in a car, so I could be getting it wrong.
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The intent is that it forces you to twist your body to see what’s coming behind you before you open.