To avoid being struck from behind, you should:
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Pump your brakes often.
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Drive slower than the rest of the traffic to create a space cushion around you.
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Drive faster than the flow of traffic to create a gap between you and the vehicle behind you.
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Keep pace with the traffic.
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Explanation
To reduce the risk of a rear-end collision, help the driver behind you maintain a safe following distance by traveling at a steady speed and keeping pace with traffic while staying within the speed limit. Avoid sudden stops - slow down gradually and smoothly over a longer distance to give other drivers more time and space to react safely. Always signal well in advance for lane changes, stops, or turns, as the driver behind you cannot anticipate your actions.
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