You are driving at 80 km/h behind a motor vehicle. What is the minimum safe distance you must observe?

In German traffic rules, when driving behind another motor vehicle, a safe minimum distance is measured using the "two-second rule." This means you should keep a gap that takes at least two seconds for your vehicle to reach the point where the vehicle ahead currently is. At 80 km/h, this time-based distance ensures you have enough space to react and brake safely if the vehicle in front slows down or stops suddenly. Using seconds instead of a fixed meter distance helps account for different speeds and road conditions, making it a flexible and safer guideline.