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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
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True/false 17 Ireland 34 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 641
Why should you be cautious when following a vehicle carrying a loose load?

301. Why should you be cautious when following a vehicle carrying a loose load?

Loose loads give the vehicle priority when changing lanes.
The vehicle must stop whenever the load shifts.
Loose loads prevent the driver from using the mirrors.
✓ Objects may fall onto the road.

A poorly secured load can fall or shift suddenly. Keep extra distance and avoid following too closely.

Vehicle carrying an unsecured load ahead
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What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

302. What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

Reach down and remove it while continuing to drive.
✓ Keep control and stop safely before retrieving it.
Keep driving unless the object touches a pedal.
Brake suddenly so the object moves forwards.

Do not reach down for an object while driving, as this takes your attention away from the road and can affect vehicle control. If something falls into the driver's footwell, keep control of the vehicle and stop somewhere safe before removing it.

Dropped object close to the driver's pedals
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What should you do before crossing behind a bus or large vehicle?

303. What should you do before crossing behind a bus or large vehicle?

✓ Wait until you have a clear view of the road.
Listen for traffic and cross if you hear none.
Cross as soon as the vehicle has stopped.
Cross if the nearest traffic lane appears clear.

Large vehicles can block your view and hide you from drivers. Wait until you can clearly see the road before crossing.

Pedestrian preparing to cross behind a bus
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How should a three-point seat belt normally be worn during pregnancy?

304. How should a three-point seat belt normally be worn during pregnancy?

✓ With the lap belt low across the hips and the shoulder belt across the chest.
With the lap belt positioned across the abdomen.
Loosely fitted so it does not press against the body.
With the shoulder belt placed behind the back.

During pregnancy, a three-point seat belt should be worn correctly. The lap belt should sit low across the hips, below the abdomen, while the shoulder belt should pass across the chest and to the side of the abdomen. The belt should fit snugly and should not be placed behind the back or under the arm.

Seat-belt positioning during pregnancy
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What should you do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

305. What should you do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

✓ Wait patiently and let them finish crossing.
Drive around them if there is enough room.
Pass as soon as they have cleared your part of the road.
Sound your horn to encourage them to cross faster.

Some pedestrians may need more time to cross. Stay patient, keep a safe distance, and do not pressure them.

Pedestrian crossing the road slowly
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What word is commonly shown on STOP signs in Ireland?

306. What word is commonly shown on STOP signs in Ireland?

DUR.
PARE.
✓ STOP.
ALTO.

In Ireland, STOP signs commonly display the word STOP.

Different wording used on stop signs
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

307. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Air conditioning.
Rear window demister.
Fan speed.
Air recirculation.

The A/C symbol controls the vehicle's air-conditioning system. Air conditioning can cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle, which can also help clear mist from the windows.

Air-conditioning control with the A/C symbol
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Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

308. Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

Your stopping distance becomes longer.
Junctions may only be entered at low speed.
Vehicles in a junction lose priority.
✓ Other traffic needs space to move safely.

Blocking a junction can prevent vehicles, cyclists, or pedestrians from moving safely. Enter only when there is enough space to drive through and clear the junction.

Traffic blocking a road junction
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How should you normally apply the brake pedal for a smooth stop?

309. How should you normally apply the brake pedal for a smooth stop?

Press it as hard as possible immediately.
Pump the pedal repeatedly.
✓ Apply pressure progressively.
Use the parking brake instead.

For normal braking, apply the brake pedal progressively and smoothly. As the vehicle comes to a stop, easing the pressure slightly can help avoid a sudden jerk.

Progressive brake-pedal pressure for a smooth stop
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You must stop at a red traffic light.

310. You must stop at a red traffic light.

✓ True.
False.

A red traffic light means you must stop and wait until it is allowed to proceed.

Vehicle stopped at a red traffic light
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Why should you be careful when turning across oncoming traffic?

311. Why should you be careful when turning across oncoming traffic?

Turning gives you priority over approaching traffic.
✓ You must judge the speed and distance of approaching vehicles.
Your steering becomes less responsive during the turn.
Turning makes your vehicle take longer to accelerate.

Turning across traffic requires careful observation. Misjudging speed or distance can lead to a serious collision.

Vehicle preparing to turn across oncoming traffic
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How should you position your vehicle beside a fuel pump?

312. How should you position your vehicle beside a fuel pump?

✓ With the fuel-filler side close enough for the hose to reach safely.
With the fuel hose stretched tightly across the vehicle.
At an angle so the rear of the vehicle is closest to the pump.
As close to the pump as possible, even if access is restricted.

Position the vehicle so the fuel filler is close to the pump and the hose can reach without being stretched tightly across or around the vehicle. Stop within the designated refuelling area and leave enough space to use the pump safely.

Vehicle positioned beside a fuel pump
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How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

313. How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

Accelerate sharply as soon as you start passing.
✓ Be prepared for sudden wind changes when passing.
Use the horn before moving alongside the vehicle.
Stay close beside it to remain sheltered from the wind.

Large vehicles can block wind and then expose you to strong gusts when you pass them.

Vehicle passing a large vehicle in windy conditions
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How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

314. How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

While braking firmly on the rails.
With the motorcycle leaning sharply.
✓ At a safe angle, as close to perpendicular as practical.
At a very shallow angle alongside the rails.

Rails can be slippery and can catch a motorcycle tyre, especially when wet. Cross them at a sufficiently large angle, as close to perpendicular as practical, and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering while crossing.

Motorcycle crossing rails in the road
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How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

315. How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

As high as possible so it stays away from the wheels.
Mostly on one side to leave the other side free.
✓ Securely and evenly, without affecting balance or control.
Hanging from the handlebars if the luggage is light.

Motorcycle luggage should be securely fastened and sensibly distributed. A loose, uneven or badly positioned load can affect balance, steering and braking, or become caught in moving parts.

Luggage carried on a motorcycle
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It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

316. It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

✓ False.
True.

You must still drive safely and obey traffic laws. Speeding increases risk and is not automatically justified by overtaking.

Vehicle overtaking another road user
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What is the clutch biting point?

317. What is the clutch biting point?

✓ The point where the clutch begins to transmit power to the wheels.
The point where the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
The point where the engine switches off.
The point where the parking brake releases.

The clutch biting point is reached as the clutch pedal is released and the clutch begins to transmit power from the engine to the transmission. Controlling this point helps the driver move off smoothly.

Clutch-pedal control when moving off
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What should you do when meeting another vehicle on a narrow mountain road?

318. What should you do when meeting another vehicle on a narrow mountain road?

Move toward the centre so the other driver gives way.
Stop where the road is narrowest and wait.
✓ Slow down and use a safe passing place if necessary.
Maintain speed and pass as closely as possible.

Narrow mountain roads may not provide enough space for two vehicles. Reduce speed and cooperate to pass safely.

Vehicles meeting on a narrow mountain road
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What should a designated driver do?

319. What should a designated driver do?

Drink only a small amount with food.
✓ Remain alcohol-free for the entire journey.
Do not carry passengers who have been drinking.
Drink only low-alcohol drinks.

A designated driver should remain sober so they can drive safely and respond properly to traffic conditions.

Alcohol-free designated driver for a journey
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Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

320. Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

Use whichever markings give you the shortest route.
Follow the old permanent markings if they are still visible.
✓ The temporary markings that show the current traffic route.
Use the markings intended for construction vehicles.

Temporary road markings may replace the normal lane layout during roadworks. Follow the markings and signs that currently guide traffic.

Temporary road markings through a roadworks area
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Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Ireland?

321. Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Ireland?

✓ Black border with yellow background.
Red border with white background.
Red border with yellow background.
Blue border with white background.

Most warning signs in Ireland have a black border with a yellow background.

Colour combinations used for road warning signs
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Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

322. Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

They usually make road signs harder to see.
They may make the vehicle use more fuel.
✓ Their combined effects may impair your ability to drive.
They may interfere with the vehicle's electronics.

Different medicines can interact or have combined side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or slower reactions. Check the instructions and seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is safe to drive.

Multiple medicines and their potential effects on driving
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What should you do if a motorcycle helmet visor is badly scratched?

323. What should you do if a motorcycle helmet visor is badly scratched?

✓ Replace it before riding.
Keep using it if the weather is dry.
Use it only during daylight.
Ride with the visor raised.

A badly scratched or damaged visor can reduce or distort your view, especially in bright sunlight or at night. Replace a visor that no longer provides a clear, safe view and follow the helmet manufacturer's instructions.

Scratched visor on a motorcycle helmet
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

324. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Mirror adjustment.
Window lock.
Boot release.
✓ Child safety lock.

This control activates the child safety lock. It helps prevent a rear door from being opened from inside the vehicle, depending on the vehicle and system design.

Child safety lock control and symbol
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Which language is commonly used on text-based road signs in Ireland?

325. Which language is commonly used on text-based road signs in Ireland?

German.
✓ English.
French.
Spanish.

Text-based road signs in Ireland commonly use English.

Road signs with English wording
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Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

326. Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

✓ They could interfere with deployment and become dangerous projectiles.
They could make the airbag deploy too slowly.
They could make the dashboard harder to clean.
They could prevent the seat belt from locking.

Do not place or attach objects over an airbag cover or in an airbag's deployment area. They may interfere with the airbag as it inflates and could be thrown towards occupants when the airbag deploys.

Objects placed over a vehicle's airbag cover
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

327. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Instrument-panel brightness.
Interior lighting.
Front fog lights.
Headlight level adjustment.

This control adjusts the brightness of the instrument panel and dashboard illumination, allowing the driver to reduce or increase the lighting level.

Control for adjusting instrument-panel brightness
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Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

328. Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

Behind the neck only.
Level with the shoulders.
✓ Approximately level with the top of the head.
As low as possible.

The head restraint should normally be adjusted so that its top is approximately level with the top of the head. This helps reduce the risk of neck injury in a collision.

Adjusting the head restraint to head height
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What should you do when your view is blocked at a junction?

329. What should you do when your view is blocked at a junction?

Drive through quickly before other traffic appears.
Follow the vehicle ahead without checking yourself.
✓ Slow down and proceed carefully.
Look only in the direction traffic normally comes from.

If your view is blocked, slow down and make sure the way is clear before entering the junction.

Restricted view of approaching traffic at a junction
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Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

330. Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

✓ To position the shoulder belt correctly across the body.
To increase the length of the lap belt.
To make the belt easier to unfasten.
To prevent the seat from moving.

The seat-belt height adjustment helps position the shoulder belt correctly across the chest and shoulder. It should not run across the neck or under the arm.

Height adjustment for the shoulder section of a seat belt
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What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

331. What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

Your steering may become lighter.
The vehicle may automatically slow down.
Higher speed limits.
✓ A sudden gust may affect your vehicle.

Buildings, trees, and other obstacles can block wind. When you leave shelter, a sudden gust may push your vehicle.

Vehicle leaving a sheltered stretch of road
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Why should you leave extra space when passing cyclists in strong winds?

332. Why should you leave extra space when passing cyclists in strong winds?

Wind increases the pressure in bicycle tyres.
Strong wind makes bicycle brakes less effective.
✓ They may be blown sideways unexpectedly.
Cyclists must stop when a vehicle passes them.

Strong gusts can affect cyclists' balance and direction. Extra passing space reduces the risk of a collision.

Vehicle passing a cyclist in windy conditions
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

333. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Low coolant level.
Engine-temperature warning.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Low engine oil level.

This symbol indicates that the engine oil level is low. Check the oil level according to the manufacturer's instructions and add the correct oil if necessary.

Low oil-level warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control button operate?

334. What does this vehicle-control button operate?

The central locking system.
The automatic start-stop system.
✓ The engine or drive system.
The hazard warning lights.

The engine start/stop button is used to start or switch off the vehicle's engine or electric drive system. Starting the vehicle normally also requires the brake or clutch pedal to be pressed.

Engine start/stop button in a vehicle
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

335. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking assistance.
✓ Adaptive cruise control.
Automatic start-stop system.
Lane-departure warning.

This symbol relates to adaptive cruise control (ACC). The system can maintain a selected speed and automatically adjust the vehicle's speed to help maintain a set distance from traffic ahead.

Adaptive cruise-control symbol on the dashboard
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What should cyclists do near a large vehicle that may be turning?

336. What should cyclists do near a large vehicle that may be turning?

Ride beside it so the driver can see you.
Assume the driver will wait for you before turning.
✓ Stay back and do not pass on the turning side.
Move alongside it if there appears to be enough space.

Large vehicles need extra space to turn and may move across a cyclist's path. Remaining behind is usually safer.

Cyclist near a turning large vehicle
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Why is riding a bicycle after drinking alcohol dangerous?

337. Why is riding a bicycle after drinking alcohol dangerous?

✓ Alcohol can reduce your balance, coordination, judgement, and reaction time.
A helmet protects you from alcohol-related risks.
Cycling after drinking is safe on quiet roads.
Alcohol affects driving more than cycling.

Alcohol can make it harder to balance, steer, judge distances, and react to hazards. Riding a bicycle while impaired may also be against the law.

Alcohol consumption and bicycle-riding safety
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What should you do after stopping because of a breakdown?

338. What should you do after stopping because of a breakdown?

Leave the engine running and keep the vehicle in neutral.
Stand behind the vehicle to warn approaching traffic.
✓ Apply the parking brake, switch off the engine, and use hazard lights.
Switch off the hazard lights once the vehicle has stopped.

Secure the vehicle so that it cannot move and use the hazard warning lights to alert approaching traffic. Where required and safe, place a warning triangle to give additional warning.

Broken-down vehicle with hazard warning lights
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Why is a microsleep especially dangerous while driving?

339. Why is a microsleep especially dangerous while driving?

It only affects your ability to hear.
It makes the steering feel heavier.
It normally happens only when the vehicle is stopped.
✓ You can lose awareness of the road for several seconds.

A microsleep is a brief, involuntary episode of sleep that can last for a few seconds. During that time, you may lose awareness of the road and travel a considerable distance without reacting to hazards.

Driver losing alertness at the wheel
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Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

340. Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

They could damage the carpet around the pedals.
They could block the footwell ventilation.
They could make the pedals noisier to operate.
✓ They could roll into the pedals and interfere with control.

Loose objects in the driver's footwell, such as bottles, cans, or rubbish, can roll into the pedal area and interfere with the accelerator, brake, or clutch. Keep the footwell clear so you can operate the pedals safely and without obstruction.

Loose objects in the driver's footwell
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Why should you leave extra space when following a large vehicle?

341. Why should you leave extra space when following a large vehicle?

To make it easier for the large vehicle to accelerate.
✓ To improve your view ahead and give yourself more time to react.
To make overtaking possible without checking ahead.
To reduce the amount of fuel your vehicle uses.

A large vehicle can block your view of traffic, signs, junctions, or hazards ahead. Leaving extra space improves your view and gives you more time to react if traffic slows or a hazard develops.

Large vehicle limiting a following driver's view
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What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

342. What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

Continue driving slowly until the steam stops.
Open the coolant cap to release the pressure.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and keep clear until it has cooled.
Keep the engine running so the cooling system keeps working.

Steam can indicate an overheated and pressurised cooling system. Do not remove the coolant cap while the system is hot.

Steam rising from underneath a vehicle's bonnet
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What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

343. What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

Repair damaged parts yourself.
Keep using it if no damage is visible.
✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions about inspection or replacement.
Use it normally after tightening the straps.

A child restraint may be damaged in a collision even when the damage is not obvious. Follow the manufacturer's instructions, as the restraint may need to be inspected or replaced before it is used again.

Child car seat requiring inspection after a collision
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What should you expect when leaving a tunnel in bright sunlight?

344. What should you expect when leaving a tunnel in bright sunlight?

The speed limit automatically increasing.
The steering becoming heavier.
✓ Temporary glare and reduced visibility.
The brakes becoming more powerful.

Your eyes may need time to adjust from the darker tunnel to bright daylight. Reduce speed if necessary and remain alert.

Bright sunlight at the exit of a road tunnel
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What should you do when livestock are on the road?

345. What should you do when livestock are on the road?

Sound the horn so the animals move aside.
✓ Slow down and follow the instructions of the person controlling them.
Follow closely so other traffic can overtake.
Drive through the group before it spreads across the road.

Livestock may spread across the road, stop suddenly, or change direction without warning. Slow down, keep a safe distance, avoid sudden movements or loud noises, and follow any instructions from the person controlling the animals.

Livestock being moved along a road
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Why should you not drive too close behind another vehicle?

346. Why should you not drive too close behind another vehicle?

✓ You may not have enough time to stop.
It makes your headlights less effective.
It makes your steering less responsive.
It increases tyre pressure.

Driving too close, or tailgating, reduces the time and space available to react and increases the risk of a rear-end collision. Use defensive driving and keep a safe following distance.

Vehicle tailgating the traffic ahead
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What should you check before starting a bicycle journey?

347. What should you check before starting a bicycle journey?

Only the brakes if the journey is short.
The lights, but not the steering or brakes.
Nothing if the bicycle worked properly yesterday.
✓ The brakes, tyres, lights, and steering.

A basic safety check can reveal problems with the brakes, tyres, lights, or steering before they cause an accident.

Checking a bicycle before a journey
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence B?

348. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence B?

Motorcycle.
Bus.
✓ Car.
Moped.

Driving licence B is mainly associated with cars. Category B covers ordinary cars, while category B with Code 96 and category BE allow heavier trailer combinations.

Driving licence card for category B
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What should a motorcyclist do before entering a bend?

349. What should a motorcyclist do before entering a bend?

Accelerate before checking how sharp the bend is.
Brake hard after beginning to lean.
✓ Reduce speed before the bend and look through it.
Look only at the road directly in front of the wheel.

Adjust your speed before entering the bend so you can steer smoothly and remain within a safe position. Look through the bend towards where you want to travel and be prepared for hazards that may be hidden from view.

Motorcyclist approaching a bend
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Why should you wear suitable footwear when driving?

350. Why should you wear suitable footwear when driving?

So the vehicle uses less fuel.
✓ So you can operate the pedals accurately and safely.
So the pedals require less force to operate.
So the brakes respond more quickly.

Suitable footwear helps you operate the accelerator, brake, and clutch accurately. Loose, bulky, or slippery footwear can interfere with pedal control or become caught around the pedals.

Driver's footwear and contact with the pedals
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