What should you do if you are being tailgated?

When you are being tailgated, the best course of action is to change lanes and allow the other driver to pass. This approach is important for several reasons. First, tailgating can create a dangerous situation, as the tailgating driver may not have adequate time to react if you need to stop suddenly. By changing lanes, you are minimizing the risk of a collision and allowing the aggressive driver the space they seem to be seeking.

Additionally, allowing the tailgater to pass can help reduce your own stress and anxiety while driving. It eliminates the immediate pressure of having someone closely behind you, which can often lead to distracted driving or mistakes. Furthermore, ensuring a safer driving environment is crucial, and by letting the other driver overtake, you contribute to road safety for everyone.

In contrast, braking sharply could lead the tailgater to crash into you, speeding up may exacerbate the risky situation, and staying in your lane could maintain the danger without resolving the issue. Thus, changing lanes and letting the other driver pass is the most prudent and safest option.