When driving on slippery roads, how should you adjust your following distance?

When driving on slippery roads, it is crucial to increase your following distance. This is because slippery conditions, often due to rain, ice, or snow, can significantly reduce traction, making it harder for your vehicle to stop in a timely manner. By increasing the distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you, you allow for a greater margin of safety in case the vehicle ahead suddenly stops or slows down. This extra space provides you with more time to react and slow down your own vehicle, minimizing the risk of skidding or losing control.

Maintaining a longer following distance is a crucial safety measure and is particularly important in adverse weather conditions where the stopping distance can be much longer than on dry roads.