Following distance

Although there is no perfect rule for following distance, the rule of thumb most often used include either:

✅ Keep one car length back (about 20 feet) for each 10 miles per hour of speed

✅ Keep at least 3 seconds away from the front vehicle

When to increase following distance:

✅ Weather Conditions: Increase distance in rain, snow, night or fog.

✅ Road Conditions: Allow more space if the road is slippery or in poor condition.

✅ Traffic Conditions: In heavy traffic, maintain enough space to react to sudden stops.

✅ Vehicle Condition: Consider your vehicle's weight, brake condition, and load stability.