It is important to **increase the safety distance** when the vehicle behind approaches too closely. This is because maintaining an adequate distance with the vehicle in front allows you to react in time in case of a sudden and unexpected braking.

- **Safety distance**: It is the minimum space you must leave with the vehicle in front to avoid collisions.
- When the vehicle behind is very close, it is advisable to increase the distance with the vehicle in front to have more reaction time and avoid accidents.
- In situations where the vehicle behind approaches too closely, it is recommended to leave at least one more second of space between your vehicle and the one in front.


This is part of **preventive driving**, which aims to anticipate possible dangers and maintain safety on the road.