‘Dutch Reach’ car door technique to be added to the Highway Code

A DOOR-OPENING technique that makes drivers check for oncoming traffic will be added to theHighway Code, the Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed. Part of new revisions to improve road safety, the updated Highway Code will detail how to open a car door using the ‘Dutch Reach’ method. The procedure involves the driver or passenger … Continue reading ‘Dutch Reach’ car door technique to be added to the Highway Code