How should you handle a situation if another vehicle is tailgating you?

When dealing with a situation where another vehicle is tailgating you, choosing to pull over and allow the tailgater to pass is the safest and most practical response. This action helps to reduce tension and the risk of a potential accident. By allowing the tailgater to proceed, you are prioritizing safety—both yours and theirs—rather than escalating the situation or engaging in risky behavior.

Increasing your speed to create distance may encourage reckless driving and could lead to higher speeds, which increases the risk of an accident. Maintaining your speed while ignoring the tailgater does not solve the problem and could lead to frustration for both drivers, potentially resulting in an unsafe situation. Similarly, slowing down drastically is not advisable as it could surprise the tailgater and result in a rear-end collision or create hazardous conditions for other drivers behind you.

In sum, the best approach is to create a safe environment by yielding space and allowing the tailgater to pass, ensuring that everyone can continue their journey safely.