It is best to keep a space cushion:
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Only on the right side of your vehicle.
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Only on the left side of your vehicle.
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In front and behind your vehicle.
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On all sides of your vehicle.
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Explanation
While driving it is always best to keep a space cushion on all sides of your vehicle, giving you enough time to react to hazards from any direction. To create a space cushion for your car, keep a safe following distance, avoid driving too close to other vehicles, and position yourself in the center of your lane.
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