During the year 2024, in the Washington state More than 11,000 vehicle crashes have occurred because drivers They did not maintain proper distance on the roads. Although this is considered a common violation, under state law it is prohibited for safety reasons.
Given this situation, the Washington Department of Licensing has issued recommendations so that drivers know what to do if a vehicle does not respect their space on the road.
What should be done?
According to the Gdrivers guidethe most prudent thing is to let the vehicle pass or change lanes if possible. However, the Licensing Department warns that some drivers They could interpret this situation as “a challenge”, so it is recommended to “take a deep breath and get out of the way” to avoid accidents.
The institution suggests reducing the speed considerably and allowing the vehicle to pass, in order to minimize the risk of an accident due to proximity. If the reckless driver persists or continues driving in a dangerous manner, it is possible to report him or her to the police. Washington State Police calling 911 and providing the following information:
- Last location where the vehicle was seen.
- Plate number (if possible).
- Direction in which he was heading.
- Highway or road on which it was located.
- Vehicle color.
- Details of the incident.
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