# Avoid Being An Annoying Tailgater By Following This Simple Rule

> We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We've all been there, driving down the highway, only to be constantly distracted by a car or truck following far too close behind us, constantly bobbing around…

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- **Published:** 2025-08-06
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #following #annoying #avoid #being #close #constantly #rule #simple
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