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Weather and visibilityQuestion 352 of 424

A motorcyclist is overtaking a high-sided lorry in strong wind. What should you do?

  1. Stay close behind to shelter from the wind
  2. Overtake the lorry and the motorcyclist
  3. Flash your headlights to warn them
  4. Keep well back from them
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Correct answer: Keep well back from them

Large vehicles cause turbulence in windy weather. Motorcyclists are most affected, so give them room.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Driving in adverse weather conditions (226 to 237), Rule 233

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026