That driver in front of you may be going slowly, but don't get too close. Texas tailgating is a serious traffic offense. Not only will you get a ticket for following too closely, but you will get points on your driver's license. If you cause a crash, you will pay insurance premiums and your insurance rates will likely increase.

Texas traffic law says that each driver should keep a clear distance between your car and the vehicle ahead of you so that you cans stop without colliding into the vehicle in front of you. You also need to take the current conditions into account. If it is raining, you may need to put more distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. If you have a collision, you could not only be cited for driving too closely, but you could be cited for driving too fast for conditions.