Motorists must now give bicyclists an extra foot of space Gene Marrano July 1, 2014 1 min read If you are used to driving past a bicyclist and allowing them two feet of space … you’ll need to move over a bit more starting today. As of today state law requires motorists to provide three feet of space – not two. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Cheer, jeers in VA: reaction to Supreme Court “Hobby Lobby” rulingNext: State Police aren’t taking a holiday during July 4th weekend Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025