A confrontation between a cyclist and the owner of a BMW in a driveway ended surprisingly intensely as they debated who had the right of way.
Bike lanes have increased in cities and towns across the United States and the world in recent years, and with them regulations dictating where they should be, often leading to tense moments between cyclists and drivers.
In a viral video posted Thursday titled ‘Cyclists are some of the most privileged people on the planet,’ a cyclist is beside himself as he confronts the vehicle stopped in his driveway while trying to pass.
“Good, very good,” the cyclist says sarcastically, while the BMW owner looks puzzled and is heard asking what the problem is.
When the cyclist starts to drive around their car without any problems, they get angry and say: “You are literally blocking the bike lane! What do you mean?”
A confrontation between a cyclist and the owner of a BMW in a driveway ended surprisingly intensely as they debated who had the right of way.
In a viral video posted Thursday with the title ‘Cyclists are some of the most privileged people on the planet,’ a cyclist is beside himself as he confronts the vehicle stopped in his driveway while trying to pass.
The driver, clearly aware of the strange situation he finds himself in, says he is picking someone up to try to satisfy the passenger.
“You can’t do that here yet,” the cyclist answers, somewhat unsure.
—What do you mean? It’s a sidewalk —he replies cheekily.
“No, it’s a bike lane and the sidewalk is not for cars,” the angry cyclist claims, which now finally begins to make the driver nervous.
He replies with a smile: “You’re crazy! Do you think I’m a maniac?”
The biker doesn’t directly call him a “maniac,” but says, “Yeah, I’m just saying you’re ignoring other people.”
‘I’m literally picking someone up, we’re on a quiet street!’
The driver finally appears to have put an end to this after the cyclist again claimed he shouldn’t be there.
The driver, clearly appreciating the strange situation he finds himself in, says he is picking someone up to try and satisfy the passenger.
In recent years, bike lanes have increased in cities and towns across the United States and around the world, and with them regulations governing where they should be, often leading to tense moments between cyclists and drivers.
“Oh, you’re crazy, have a nice life.”
Finally, an agreement is reached and the cyclist replies: “You too!”
The driver can be heard muttering to the cyclist “I’m sure people love you” as he drives away.
So who is right?
Bike lane laws vary widely across the country. In New York City and state, cars can only block bike lanes to enter or exit a driveway, according to the city council. Department of Transportation.
In California, however, laws state that bicyclists are warned to “be prepared to stop for vehicles waiting at stop signs, in driveways, or in parking spaces that may suddenly appear in front of you.”
It’s unclear what state this video took place in, so the real answer to who was legally right in this viral meeting of the minds can’t be known.
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