Learn How to Avoid a Rear-End Collision

Rear-end collisions are almost always the fault of the following driver, and they can happen in an instant on crowded San Jose roadways. This brief video provides a few tips for staying safe.

It takes the average driver just over a second to identify a threat and react accordingly, and at high speeds, your vehicle can instantly cover dozens of feet. Vehicles of different sizes also have major discrepancies in stopping distances. To avoid causing a rear-end collision, maintain your tires and brake system and keep at least a 3-second distance between you and the leading vehicle.

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