When is it advisable to enlarge the gap between your vehicle and the one in front?
When you find yourself being tailgated, the safest approach is to increase the distance between you and the vehicle ahead. This provides a buffer zone that allows ample time to respond to sudden stops or emergencies without abrupt braking, which could provoke the tailgating driver into a collision. Gradually slowing down or changing lanes may encourage the tailgater to pass, thus reducing the risk of an accident and maintaining a smoother, safer flow of traffic.
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