Many drivers are familiar with the situation when another car approaches closely from behind while driving on the highway. In Spain, such an incident happened to a driving school student during a training drive. Video footage from the dashboard camera installed in the learner’s car soon appeared on a popular TikTok account.
The footage shows the student carefully executing a maneuver, yielding and smoothly merging into traffic. However, just a few seconds later, another vehicle appears behind them and begins to tailgate, driving almost right up to the rear bumper. The instructor quickly notices this and decides to show the student how to handle such a situation.
Instead of getting nervous or speeding up, the instructor advises slowing down and increasing the distance to the cars ahead. Then he uses a simple trick: he turns on the rear window washer so that water sprays onto the windshield of the car following too closely. This unexpected move forces the tailgater to drop back a little, as captured by the camera.
TikTok users quickly took notice of the video. Many commenters shared their own ways of responding to such situations. Some recommend lightly tapping the brakes to activate the brake lights, while others prefer to ignore aggressive drivers as long as they are driving within the speed limit. Some shared more creative methods, such as counting down with their hand or simply staying calm.
The video sparked lively debate among Spanish motorists. Many noted that such situations are common on the roads, especially on busy highways. Driving instructors believe it is important not to let emotions take over and to stay focused on safety. The demonstration of an unconventional yet harmless way to deal with a persistent driver brought smiles to viewers and encouraged the sharing of experiences.
Road safety experts remind drivers that maintaining a safe distance and remaining calm when faced with provocations are key to ensuring everyone’s safety on the road. In Spain, such incidents are discussed not only among professionals but also on social media, where users actively exchange advice and share their experiences.
