During the journey your passenger informs you that you are repeatedly tailgating. What should you do?

In the situation where a passenger informs you that you are tailgating, it is important to take their comments seriously and adjust your driving behavior accordingly.

Taking your passenger's comments seriously acknowledges the importance of safety and responsiveness to others' observations. Tailgating can lead to dangerous situations, as it reduces your reaction time in case of sudden stops by the vehicle ahead, violating traffic regulations that stipulate maintaining a safe distance to prevent accidents.

Maintaining a greater distance is also essential. According to German traffic law, drivers must keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front, which allows sufficient time to react in emergencies. The two combined actions of valuing your passenger’s feedback and increasing your following distance contribute to safer driving and adherence to legal requirements.

Ignoring the comments could lead to dangerous driving practices, increasing the risk of accidents and potentially resulting in legal consequences. Therefore, the combination of taking the feedback seriously and adjusting the driving distance is crucial for safe and responsible driving.