Following too closely behind a vehicle is also known as:

Following too closely behind a vehicle is also known as:

• A. 14-218
• B. 14-289f infraction
• C. 14-248b
• D. 14-147 all summons

Answer: (C)

Following too closely behind another vehicle is about maintaining a safe following distance to prevent rear-end crashes. In this context, tailgating is the term used for that behavior, and the statute that specifically defines and penalizes it is 14-248b. This makes it the best answer because it directly codifies the offense of following too closely, distinguishing it from other traffic violations.

Tailgating is discouraged in part because it leaves little time to react if the vehicle in front suddenly slows or stops, increasing crash risk. A common practical rule is to keep a safe distance that allows you to stop safely—often taught as a two-second (or more, in poor conditions) rule.

The other listed codes refer to different offenses or procedures and do not address the act of following too closely, so they don’t fit this scenario.