If you are being tailgated, what should you do?

Maintaining a safe following distance is crucial for safe driving, especially when being tailgated. By slowly increasing the following distance, you create more space between your vehicle and the one in front of you. This additional space can provide a buffer that reduces the risk of a rear-end collision and gives you more time to react to any sudden stops or emergencies.

If you were to stop your vehicle immediately, it could result in a rear-end collision, especially if the tailgater does not expect you to stop. Accelerating to get ahead could potentially increase the risk of further tailgating or aggressive driving behaviors. Changing lanes without signaling is unsafe as it can confuse other drivers and create additional hazards on the road. Thus, gradually increasing your following distance is the safest and most effective method in this situation.