If, as part of the driving test in addition to the theory and observation tests, should there be an hour or two of going out on the road with an instructor to learn about proper techniques for cycling in traffic?
Like in motorbike lessons where a radio is used to give instructions, on the bicycle you could be told things such as "You're coming up to a traffic island now so shoulder check and move out to the primary position."
There could also be a separate theory section for cyclists riding technique that goes through all major issues for cyclists.
The reason I think this could be beneficial is that a lot of drivers simply do not understand why cyclists do a lot of the things they do and become aggravated because of it. Also, they have no idea of what it feels like to have a car pass far too close.
I'm not sure what to do about people who can't or are too unfit to ride a bike. Possibly there should be medical exemptions. Other pedal vehicles could be made available for people who can't balance on a bike such as tricycles.
Is it at all feasible and do others here think it would actually work to create more harmony on the roads?
