What is a "Using Mobile Phone While Driving"? The Most Authoritative Explanation.

What is a "Using Mobile Phone While Driving"? The Most Authoritative Explanation.

What happens if you use a cell phone while driving?

Using a cell phone while driving increases the driver's risk of causing a crash. Drivers can become distracted, decreasing the driver's awareness on the road, leading to more car crashes. When drivers talk on cell phones the risk of an automobile crash resulting in hospitalization is four times higher than when not talking on a cell phone.

Can you use a hand-held phone while driving?

The only time you are permitted to use a hand-held phone is if you are safely parked or if you need to call 999 or 112 in an emergency, when it would be unsafe or impractical to stop. At present, it is not an offence to use a hands-free phone while driving, despite the risks being similar.

Can a mobile phone improve driving performance?

Studies conducted in both simulators and in the real world have shown that drivers on a mobile phone reduce their visual scanning of the road ahead, are more likely to weave within their lane on bends, and are slower to respond to hazards.

Can a learner driver use a mobile phone while driving?

Learner, P1 and P2 drivers must not use mobile phones for any function while driving or riding or while stationary (at traffic lights). Drivers must be parked out of traffic to use their phones.

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