What should you do if you are being tailgated by another vehicle?

• A. Speed up to create distance behind them.
• B. Move to the left lane to block them.
• C. Increase your following distance and let them pass safely when possible.
• D. Brake abruptly to scare them.

Answer: (C)

When someone is following you closely, the safest approach is to create more space in front of you and allow the tailgater to pass when it’s safe. By gradually slowing down or maintaining a steady speed that increases the gap to the vehicle ahead of you, you gain more time to react to any sudden stops and reduce the chance of a rear-end collision if traffic slows suddenly behind you. If it’s safe to do so, move to the right lane and let the tailgater pass.

Avoid actions that escalate risk, like speeding up to distance yourself from the tailgater, swerving or blocking other lanes, or braking abruptly to scare them. Stay calm, keep a steady speed, and adjust your driving to create a safe opportunity for the other driver to pass.