Two groups often seen as arch-nemeses of road-sharing situations have linked together in the name of safety.

Road-cycling advocacy group the Amy Gillett Foundation has announced a collaborative project with The Toll Group aimed at improving cyclist safety on Australian roads.

While big rigs are often the cause of stressful conditions for cyclists, Toll says its drivers are willing to share their knowledge from years of fighting for space on the road.

The newly-unveiled nationwide partnership will see 14 trucks decked out in a co-branded display

They will be covered in road safety messages to be carried across the country.

The first message from the joint plan is that “a metre matters”, the slogan describes the safe distance to allow on the side of a cyclist.

The project will reportedly see Toll drivers sharing their professional wisdom with other road users.

“Safety is a core value at Toll, and the safety of our people, any contractors working for us, and the communities in which we operate is something I am passionate about,” Toll Group managing director, Brian Kruger says.

“Toll employs some of the best professional drivers in the country, and we want to work with key partners such as the AGF to share experiences and learn from each other about how to make the road safer,” he said.

Amy Gillett Foundation CEO Tracey Gaudry says the groups have come together to join forces for safety, presenting a united front and message that all vehicles need to be aware on the road.

“Safety is a critical element for all road users, and this partnership shows that whether you’re riding a bicycle or driving a car or truck, the responsibility for safety is a shared one,” Ms Gaudry said.