Driving within a built-up area, you want to overtake an electric scooter. What is the minimum space to the side that you must maintain?

In Germany, when overtaking vulnerable road users like electric scooters within built-up areas, you must maintain a minimum lateral distance of 1.5 meters. This rule ensures the safety of the scooter rider by providing enough space to avoid collisions or forcing them off the road. Keeping this distance helps prevent accidents caused by sudden movements or instability of small vehicles like e-scooters. Remember, this minimum space is legally required regardless of traffic conditions, so always keep at least 1.5 meters when overtaking in such situations.