Tailgating
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Tailgating is the action of a driver driving behind another vehicle while not leaving sufficient distance to stop without causing a collision if the vehicle in front stops suddenly.
A typical example of tailgating. The truck is being followed very closely by a van.
Anti-tailgating traffic sign and pavement markings in the United Kingdom
Hypermiling
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Hypermiling is driving or flying a vehicle with techniques that maximize fuel efficiency. Those who use these techniques are called "hypermilers". In the case of cars, this is an extreme form of energ
Tailgating
…deliberate tailgating known as slipstreaming, "draft-assisted forced stop", or "draft-assisted forced auto stop" (D-FAS) is a technique used by some hypermilers to achieve greater fuel economy. D-FAS involves turning off the engine and gliding in neutral while tailgating a larger vehicle in order to take advantage…
A Toyota Prius is an example hybrid car used for hypermiling
A Tesla Model S as an example of an electric car that can be used for hypermiling
A Rutan VariEze as an example aircraft used to hypermile