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flag Midlands drivers had the UK’s highest tailgating rate, causing 106 serious crashes last year.

flag Midlands drivers are the worst in the UK for tailgating, with 106 fatal or serious collisions linked to following too closely on major roads last year, according to National Highways. flag The region had the highest rate of tailgating among six UK areas, with 36% of drivers admitting to the behavior, driven by being late, tiredness, or rush-hour traffic. flag Tailgating contributes to about 8% of serious road deaths nationally and is illegal, carrying a £100 fine and three penalty points. flag National Highways urges drivers to follow the two-second rule, doubling it in poor weather, to improve safety and traffic flow.

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