When driving on wet roads, you should:
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Decrease following distance to 2 seconds.
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Increase following distance to 5 or 6 seconds.
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Stay close to the vehicle ahead.
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Maintain a 4-second following distance.
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Explanation
On wet roads, adjust your driving for safety. Increase your following distance to five or six seconds. The wet surface reduces tire traction, making it harder to stop quickly. Maintaining a larger gap between your vehicle and the one ahead ensures that you have sufficient time to respond and stop if necessary.
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