Tailgating is common on Pakistani roads, especially in busy cities like Karachi and Lahore. Here’s how to deal with it:
- Stay calm and maintain your lane. Don’t panic if someone is too close.
- Don’t brake suddenly—this may cause an accident.
- Gradually reduce speed to encourage them to overtake safely.
- Move to the left lane if you’re on a highway and allow them to pass.
- Use hazard lights if needed to alert them of a slowdown ahead.
- If tailgating turns aggressive, avoid confrontation and report reckless driving to the local traffic police helpline.