Oregon · Defensive Driving

To keep a driver behind you at a safe distance in Oregon, you should:

  • Turn off your brake lights
  • Speed up
  • Brake hard suddenly
  • Keep a steady speed and signal in advance by gently pressing the brake

Correct answer

Keep a steady speed and signal in advance by gently pressing the brake

Why this is correct

Correct answer: Keep a steady speed and signal in advance by gently pressing the brake. Source: Oregon Driver Manual, page 28. Topic: Control of Vehicle.

Oregon Driver Handbook, p. 28

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