If you are about to be hit from the rear, what should you NOT do?

In the situation where you are about to be hit from the rear, releasing your seat belt is not advisable. Seat belts are designed to keep you securely in place during a collision, substantially reducing the risk of injury. In a rear-end collision, you may experience a sudden forward motion, and if you are not buckled in, the impact could lead to serious injury or ejection from your seat.

It's important to maintain your seat belt to ensure maximum protection during any collision. In contrast, accelerating quickly could create distance from the vehicle behind you, while turning on your emergency lights could alert other drivers to your situation, and steering straight ahead helps maintain control of your vehicle until the impact occurs. Therefore, keeping your seat belt fastened is a critical safety measure in these circumstances.