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tap your brakes lightely to warn the vehicle

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Remain calm at all times and do not speed up.

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When it is safe to do so, pull over to the right side of the road and let the tailgater pass.

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Q: If another vehicle is tailgating you what should you do?
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If another vehicle is tailgating you should?

Tap your brakes lightly to warn the vehicle


What is another term for following too close to another vehicle?

Tailgating


If someone is tailgating your vehicle you should?

Drive cautiously and at the first opportunity let them pass safely.


When you are following a large vehicle you should tailgate the large vehicle?

You may be referring to deliberate tailgating in the wake of a large vehicle done in an effort to increase gas milage. That practice is extremely dangerous. There are several reasons not to tailgate when driving. The driver of a large vehicle may not be able to see you in their side view mirror. Tailgating is an aggressive action and may initiate road rage. In some jurisdictions tailgating is considered a moving violation and a fine as well as penalty points will be assessed. Most rear end collisions are caused by tailgating.


What does tailgating mean on the road?

Following the vehicle in front of you to close for comfort is one form of tailgating. This is a bad habit that can lead to having a rear end collision. Tailgating can also mean fixing/having a lunch from the tailgate of your vehicle.


When you are following a large vehicle should you tailgate the large vehicle?

You may be referring to deliberate tailgating in the wake of a large vehicle done in an effort to increase gas milage. That practice is extremely dangerous. There are several reasons not to tailgate when driving. The driver of a large vehicle may not be able to see you in their side view mirror. Tailgating is an aggressive action and may initiate road rage. In some jurisdictions tailgating is considered a moving violation and a fine as well as penalty points will be assessed. Most rear end collisions are caused by tailgating.


What does the term tailgating mean?

Tailgating refers to the action of driving so close to the vehicle in front of you, that you may not be able to stop in time or avoid collision. Tailgating can result in rear-end colissions and therefore it's illegal in many jurisdictions.


Am I at fault if I'm hit from behind causing my vehicle to hit another vehicle?

no The person behind you should not be tailgating (even though many people still do this today). It also depends on how close you are to the front of the car. In this circumstance, you are not at fault. The tailgater is at fault. For a reminder, always keep a distance at low or high speeds. Tailgating is one of the top causes of car accidents. Stay safe out there.


If someone is tailgating your vehicle the best action to take is to?

slow down


What does On the Road mean?

Following the vehicle in front of you to close for comfort is one form of tailgating. This is a bad habit that can lead to having a rear end collision. Tailgating can also mean fixing/having a lunch from the tailgate of your vehicle.


What does the road mean?

Following the vehicle in front of you to close for comfort is one form of tailgating. This is a bad habit that can lead to having a rear end collision. Tailgating can also mean fixing/having a lunch from the tailgate of your vehicle.


Where did phrase tailgating originate?

A 'tailgate' is the back part of a truck or heavy goods vehicle. Drivers who stick too close to the back of another vehicle were said to be having a 'tailgate party', which was then just shorted to 'tailgate'.