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If you are being followed too closely, what should you do?

Speed up to increase the space cushion between you and the tailgater.
Merge into the lane on your right, if possible.
Ignore the tailgater.
Use hand signals to encourage the tailgater to drive around you.
Explanation

If you are being followed too closely, safely merge into the right lane if possible and allow the tailgater to pass. If changing lanes is not an option, gradually slow down to encourage the driver behind you to go around.
Avoid sudden braking, which could lead to a rear-end collision. Never confront or signal aggressively at tailgaters. Your goal should be to increase space and reduce risk, not escalate the situation.

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