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At least 5 cyclists tailgate truck on West Coast Highway

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January 19, 2025, 01:54 PM

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At least five cyclists were seen tailgating a truck on the West Coast Highway in Singapore.

The video, posted on Singapore roads accident.com Facebook on Jan. 18, did not specify when the incident took place.

What happened

At least five cyclists were seen closely tailgating a truck, while another three were pedalling on the vehicle's left.

None of the cyclists appeared to be wearing helmets.

Gif via Singapore roads accident.com Facebook

Dangerous situation

Those in the comments section remarked that the cyclists' behaviour was dangerous, adding they could get seriously injured if the truck braked suddenly.

The danger stems from the cyclists being too close the truck and being in its blind spot.

In Singapore, it is recommended for motorists to maintain a following distance of at least one car length for every 16km/h of speed.

This ensures the motorist can stop within a safe distance of the vehicle in front.

A distance of at least three car lengths is needed if travelling at a 48km/h speed.

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Top image via Singapore roads accident.com Facebook

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