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- 1/25When approaching a zebra crossing with pedestrians nearby
Finnish law mandates yielding to pedestrians waiting or stepping into a crosswalk.
When overtaking a cyclist on a rural road without a bike lane
Safe lateral distance is crucial minimum 1 to 1.5 meters from cyclists when overtaking.
If a pedestrian is crossing at an unregulated intersection
Pedestrians always have the priority in such intersections in Finland.
If a cyclist shares the same lane in a city center
Cyclists are treated as road users and should be given space like any other vehicle.
When children are present near a school crossing
Children have priority near schools and drivers must anticipate unpredictable behavior.
When passing pedestrians on a rural shoulder
Vulnerable road users require reduced speed and extra lateral space when passing.
If a person with a white cane is near a crossing
A white cane indicates visual impairment extra patience and yielding is required.
If an electric scooter user enters a crosswalk
Micromobility users must be given right of way at crossings when riding lawfully.
When encountering playing children in residential areas
Children s behavior is considered unpredictable, so slow and defensive driving is expected.
If a hearing-impaired pedestrian has a visible identifier
Drivers must show enhanced caution around vulnerable users with sensory impairments.
When cyclists use a regular traffic lane
Finnish law protects the right of the cyclists to use the roadway. Drivers must not harass them.
If a pedestrian jaywalks on a Finnish street
Safety takes precedence even if the pedestrian is at fault, drivers must avoid harm.
When overtaking a horse rider on a rural path
Horse riders are vulnerable road users wide berth and low speed reduce risk.
If a child suddenly appears between parked cars
Children are unpredictable drivers must assume they may not see the vehicle.
When pedestrians are crossing in heavy snow
Slippery conditions increase danger extra patience and stopping distance is required.
If a cyclist signals a left turn at an intersection
Cyclists turn signals are to be respected like any other road user s.
When elderly pedestrians cross slowly
Extra caution is necessary for elderly road users due to limited mobility and reaction time.
If near a visually impaired person with a guide dog
Loud engine noise can disorient both the dog and the person quiet, cautious driving is expected.
If a pedestrian walks diagonally across the road without markings
Avoiding harm overrides right-of-way rules protecting pedestrians is prioritized.
When an elderly person begins crossing as your light turns green
Safety takes precedence even if your light turns green vulnerable users must be protected.
If cycling during Finnish winter twilight
Visibility is crucial cyclists must use front and rear lights in dark or low-light conditions.
If a cyclist is swerving due to road hazards
Cyclists may swerve for safety drivers must provide enough space and avoid crowding.
When driving in a shared space zone
Shared zones are pedestrian-priority vehicles must yield at all times.
When a school patrol signals you to stop
Patrol signals are legally binding failing to stop is a punishable offense.
When turning across a cycle lane
Turning across bike paths requires yielding to cyclists failing to do so is dangerous and illegal.