Was I in error?

I think that a lot of the younger generation drivers don't have the patience that many older more experienced drivers have. Being impatient and even a bit aggressive is the root cause of the error I brought up in the OP.

I know that I will use it as a learning experience moving forward.

 

6+6 = bakers dozen minus one.

 

I've never played soccer.

 

It will end sooner or later.

 

The mail might be checked. You never know in this modern PC world.

 

All kidding aside folks, your input about safe following distance, when to brake, the importance of maintaining travel lane etc. is appreciated and I can honestly say accurate as well. Lessons learned.