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Following too Closely (aka tailgating). PLEASE give each vehicle enough distance, so that if they stop suddenly you have time to react!!

Tailgating is an aggressive driving behavior that is easily mistaken for road rage, which can cause even more issues. Be courteous of the drivers around you, slow down and pay attention!

In the photo below, it explains the two second rule, which is always a good way to know if you are far enough behind the car in front of you - and would be able to react to a sudden stop.

Here are some good tips for leaving a good distance between you, and the car in front of you.

Good Weather – During daylight with good, dry roads and low traffic volume, you can ensure you’re a safe distance from the car ahead of you by following the “two-second rule.” The distance changes at different speeds. To determine the right following distance, first select a fixed object on the road ahead such as a sign, tree or overpass. When the vehicle ahead of you passes the object, slowly count “one one thousand, two one thousand.” If you reach the object before completing the count, you’re following too closely.

Inclement Weather, Heavy Traffic, or Night-Time Driving – In heavy traffic, at night, or when weather conditions are not ideal (eg. light rain, light fog, light snow), double the two second rule to four seconds, for added safety.

Poor Weather – If the weather conditions are very poor, eg. heavy rain, heavy fog, or heavy snow, start by tripling the two second rule to six seconds to determine a safe following distance.

27-51-305 - Following too closely.

(a) The driver of a motor vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the speed of vehicles and the traffic upon and the condition of the highway.

(b) (1) The driver of any motor truck or any motor vehicle drawing another vehicle when traveling upon a roadway outside of a business or residence district shall not follow within two hundred feet (200') of another motor vehicle.

(2) The provisions of this subsection shall not be construed to prevent overtaking and passing.

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Source: ASP Staff & Learn The Law Inspired by NEA Report

https://neareport.com/2017/10/17/state-police-how-to-use-the-left-turn-lane/

*Excerpt from: #learnthelawtuesdays

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