When a driver is driving behind another vehicle that they do not intend to overtake; what should the driver do?

  1. Drive close behind it in order to let following traffic overtake both vehicles.
  2. Signal to following traffic to overtake both vehicles.
  3. Keep well back and to the centre of the road.
  4. Keep well back to allow following traffic to overtake.

Correct Answer

Keep well back to allow following traffic to overtake.

Explanation: You should always allow sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front. This will enable you to stop safely (within the distance you can see clear). It will also give overtaking vehicles enough room to pull in safely to the left lane after they have passed you.

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