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Both when driving in built-up areas and outside them
Both on urban roads and outside built-up areas. Leave enough room to stop without a collision if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, accounting for speed, grip and braking capability. An urban road or short journey does not remove this risk. Stay attentive and adapt the gap to conditions.
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Only when driving outside built-up areas
Both when driving in built-up areas and outside them
Only when driving in built-up areas
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