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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Can a New Law Make LA Drivers Bike-Friendly?

    California drivers listen up: A new law went into effect yesterday, designed to make bicycle riding safer on busy streets and highways. Drivers must stay at least three feet away when they’re passing cyclists. If there’s not enough space, the driver must slow to a “reasonable and prudent speed,” and wait until things open up.

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    By Warren Olney • Sep 17, 2014 • 1 min read

    California drivers listen up: A new law went into effect yesterday, designed to make bicycle riding safer on busy streets and highways. Drivers must stay at least three feet away when they’re passing cyclists. If there’s not enough space, the driver must slow to a “reasonable and prudent speed,” and wait until things open up.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Benjamin Gottlieb

      Reporter, Fill-in Host

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      Joe Linton

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      Troy Williams

      LAPD Valley Traffic Division

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      Joshua Cohen

      Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition

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