Tailgating in California: Newsflash, Physics Still Works Here

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California drivers, gather around. I bring you groundbreaking news: the laws of physics do not magically bend for you just because you are late for brunch in Malibu or rushing to beat traffic on the 405.


Yes, whether you are glued to someone’s bumper at 70 mph or giving them a generous cushion of space at, wait for it, the exact same 70 mph, you are still going 70 mph. I know. Shocking revelation.


But here is where it gets interesting. The only thing that actually changes is your likelihood of becoming an unwilling participant in a rear-end collision. The closer you are, the less time you have to slam the brakes when the car in front decides to stop suddenly. And contrary to popular belief, tailgating does not warp time and space to get you there faster. It just warps your bumper when you inevitably miscalculate.


So let us rethink this whole riding their bumper strategy. Want to arrive safely and without insurance paperwork ruining your day? Give some space. Your arrival time will not change, but your blood pressure (and repair bill) just might.


Here is the ultimate hack for California drivers:

Driving the speed limit at a safe distance still gets you there just as fast, minus the body shop detour.


Drive smart. Drive safe. And remember: physics does not care about your ETA.

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