Car parked in the middle of the road opens door, knocking down two motorcyclists

Two motorcyclists were approaching a car stopped in the middle of the road when the driver's side door suddenly opened, on 3/10 at Tran Quy Cap, Da Lat.

Two motorcyclists were knocked down when a car door suddenly opened on 3/10 at Tran Quy Cap, Da Lat. The incident occurred as the individuals approached a vehicle stopped in the middle of the road, leading to a strong impact that caused them to fall onto the street. Further details are currently unavailable.

In a similar incident, a driver opened their car door without observing, colliding with a motorcyclist and seriously injuring the victim, on 30/4 at National Highway 31, Chu Ward, Bac Ninh. *Video: The Hien*

The incident highlights the importance of driver awareness when exiting a vehicle. According to Decree 168 on road traffic penalties, drivers who unsafely open a car door, causing an accident, face a fine of 20-22 million VND and a deduction of 10 points from their driver's license.

To prevent such accidents, drivers must observe carefully before opening a car door. The recommended method involves opening the door slightly to check for oncoming traffic and pedestrians before fully opening it. For the left door, drivers should use their right hand to grip the door, allowing for quick closure if danger arises. The same applies in reverse for the right door. This technique is known as the "Dutch Reach".