What defensive driver behavior is recommended when following a large vehicle?

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When you’re following a large vehicle, give it extra space because big trucks have larger blind spots and need more room to maneuver. This means you should anticipate that the truck may swing wide or stop suddenly, so keeping a safe following distance helps you see its signals, react in time, and stay clear of its blind spots. Staying far back also reduces the chance of being cut off if the truck slows or turns. Rushing to pass or tailgating youngs risk creating a dangerous squeeze as the truck might need to swing wide or brake hard. Relying only on the truck’s mirrors isn’t reliable because you can’t see around the vehicle, and blind spots can hide you from the driver’s view.