. Earlier this year, both Fort Worth and Dallas made the top 10 in Forbes’ list of cities with worst drivers. This list is based on data of fatalities in car accidents..Tailgating, when one driver follows the car in front of them too closely, is another. Thus, when someone brake-checks a tailgater, they are forced to react quickly to avoid damage.in half by 2035 and completely eliminate them by 2050, it’s up to drivers to implement safe behaviors on the road.
If brake-checking results in loads of damage, it can be considered reckless driving. And in Texas, the fine for this can be up to $200, a misdemeanor charge, orLet the tailgater pass . Move over to the right lane when it’s safe, giving the driver a chance to pass you on the left. If you’re on a single-lane road, consider pulling into a well-lit parking lot or gas station to let them pass.. If you need to hit the brakes, do so slowly and steadily to give the car behind you time to reduce its speed.Ella Gonzales is a service journalism reporter for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.