You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:
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Closely behind the truck in bad weather because the driver can see farther ahead.
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2 seconds behind it.
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No more than one car length behind the truck so the driver can see you.
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Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
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Explanation
If you drive too close behind a truck and can't see its side view mirrors, the truck driver cannot see you either. Following too closely behind a truck not only reduces your visibility, but also increases the risk of a collision if the truck stops abruptly. Adjust your following distance and allow extra space when driving behind large vehicles that block your view ahead.
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