You are following another vehicle, but you might be a little too close. Which of the following is true about tailgating?

When you are following another vehicle, you should remain at least two seconds behind at all times. This is the minimum recommended following distance. When there is poor weather, heavy traffic, or poor visibility, you should maintain an even greater following distance. The further behind you follow, the longer you will have to brake and maneuver if the car ahead was to stop. [Following Too Closely, Section 8: Safety Guidelines, Georgia DDS Drivers Manual]