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240. Smoking

Smoking while driving can distract the driver by occupying a hand, taking attention away from the road and creating smoke, ash or dropped objects inside the vehicle. Tobacco smoke can also reduce air quality and expose passengers to second-hand smoke. Some countries restrict or prohibit smoking in vehicles, particularly when children are present. Drivers should always remain in full control of the vehicle and avoid any activity that interferes with safe driving.

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Can smoking distract a driver?

Yes. Lighting, holding or extinguishing a cigarette can create manual and visual distraction, while smoke or dropped ash can also interfere with concentration.

Is smoking while driving illegal?

This depends on the country. Some countries allow smoking while driving but prohibit it when children are present or in certain types of vehicles.

Why is smoking in a car with children a problem?

Smoking in an enclosed vehicle exposes passengers to second-hand smoke, and children are particularly vulnerable to its harmful effects.

Do smoking bans in vehicles also apply to electronic cigarettes?

In some countries, yes. Laws may treat vaping or electronic cigarettes in the same way as smoking when restricting their use inside vehicles.

Can cigarette smoke affect visibility?

Heavy smoke inside a vehicle can reduce comfort and visibility, while smoke residue can also create a film on the windscreen and windows that increases glare.

Can throwing a cigarette from a vehicle be dangerous?

Yes. A discarded cigarette can create litter, distract other road users or start a fire, particularly in dry vegetation.

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