Which vehicles may be overtaken only by maintaining a specially great lateral distance?

In German traffic rules, when overtaking bicycles and motorcycles, drivers must maintain a specially large lateral distance to ensure safety. This extra space helps protect vulnerable two-wheeled riders from sudden movements, wind gusts from passing vehicles, or loss of balance. Trams do not require this extra lateral clearance because they run on fixed tracks and are generally wider, so special distance rules do not apply in the same way. Always remember to give ample space when overtaking cyclists and motorcyclists to prevent accidents and respect their safety on the road.