Following closely behind another vehicle (tailgating):
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Helps keep traffic moving.
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Is a common cause of rear-end collisions.
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Increases fuel efficiency.
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Increases your visibility to the driver ahead.
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Explanation
Following closely behind another vehicle reduces the amount of time you have to stop if the vehicle in front of you has to slow down or stop suddenly. Tailgating also reduces your ability to see the road ahead and increases your chances of rear-ending the vehicle in front of you.
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