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When should you leave a two-second gap between your vehicle and the one in front?

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When it's raining

When it's dry

When it's icy

When it's foggy

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When it's dryThis was the right answer

In good, dry conditions, a driver needs to keep a distance of at least two seconds from the car in front. This should allow enough space for you to stop if the driver in front has to stop suddenly.

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Rule 126Highway Code rule · Use at least two seconds in good conditions on faster roads and at least double the gap on wet roads.

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