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Following distance is the space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you while driving. Maintaining a safe following distance allows you more time to react to sudden stops or changes in traffic situations, helping to prevent rear-end collisions. The general rule is to keep at least a 3-second distance in good weather conditions, and more in adverse conditions.
the distance/time in which you should be following at behind a vehicle
False Moving a vehicle quick even on dry pavement gives you less control and more chance of a crash. Much more so on wet pavement. If you come in too close in front of a vehicle behind they may not have enough distance to brake safely to avoid hitting you.
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When driving, you should always measure your following distance in seconds. A general rule of thumb is to maintain a following distance of at least 3-4 seconds between your vehicle and the one in front of you. This distance allows you enough time to react and brake safely in case of an emergency.
False; you want to increase your distance from the vehicle you're behind.
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Apply the brakes immediately and swing the back onto the pavement quickly
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On wet pavement, it will take your vehicle about twice as long to stop compared to dry pavement. This is due to reduced tire grip and increased distance needed for braking on wet surfaces. Drive cautiously and leave extra space between cars to account for longer stopping distances in wet conditions.
In any driving location, it is generally agreed to be safe if you position yourself 3 seconds or more behind the vehicle in front of you.