What is the recommended action when being tailgated?

The recommended action when being tailgated is to signal the tailgater to pass if it is safe to do so. This approach prioritizes safety for both you and the tailgater, as it allows the other driver to move ahead, reducing the risk of a potential collision caused by their impatience or following too closely. By signaling, you communicate your intention clearly, helping to manage the situation calmly rather than escalating it.

Making sudden movements expresses frustration, which could lead to unpredictable reactions from the tailgater and potentially create an unsafe driving situation. Accelerating to outrun the tailgater could also increase danger, as this might escalate high-speed driving and reduce your own ability to react properly to changing road conditions. Turning on your hazard lights is intended for emergency situations, which is not appropriate in this context, as it might confuse other drivers about your intentions or the nature of the situation.