Holding a mobile phone for a call while driving is illegal.
Even when stopped at traffic lights, holding a phone for a call is prohibited to maintain driver focus.
Consequences for Learner or P1 licence holders caught using a mobile phone illegally.
Any illegal mobile phone use offence for these licence holders typically results in exceeding demerit points, leading to licence loss.
Impact of mobile phone use on crash risk.
Diverting attention from the road and slowing reaction time drastically increases the chance of an accident.
Legality of texting or checking social media while driving.
These actions take eyes and mind off the road for extended periods, making them unsafe and prohibited.
To reduce mobile phone distractions while driving.
Minimizing phone accessibility and alerts effectively reduces distraction and lowers crash risk.
Rules for digital screens visible to the driver while driving.
Digital screens are generally prohibited if they distract; exceptions are for legitimate, securely mounted drivers aids like GPS.
Proper placement for a GPS navigation device while driving.
For safety and legal compliance, GPS devices require secure mounting or integration into the vehicle system.
Legality of watching videos on a cars dashboard screen while driving.
Watching videos on dashboard screens is prohibited as it creates a significant visual distraction, except for essential drivers aids.
Purpose of mobile phone detection cameras.
These cameras are designed to identify and penalize drivers using their phones illegally, regardless of location or time.
Consequences for illegal digital screen use while driving.
Penalties for improper digital screen use are similar to mobile phone offences, including fines and demerit points.
General danger of any mobile phone or electronic device use while driving.
Distraction takes attention from the road, affecting driving ability for all drivers.
Impact of mobile phone use on driving performance.
Distracted drivers struggle to maintain lane position, safe following distance, and observe traffic cues.
Learner, P1, and P2 drivers using a mobile phone while stationary (e.g., at lights).
Strict rules apply; phone use is prohibited even when the vehicle is stopped in traffic.
Permitted mobile phone use for Learner, P1, and P2 drivers (limited scenarios).
Limited exceptions exist for mounted devices, with no touching or voice commands allowed while driving.
Prohibited interaction with devices for Learner/P1/P2 drivers while driving.
These drivers face strict rules to minimize distraction; any direct interaction is generally forbidden.
Fully licensed drivers making/receiving calls using voice commands.
Full license holders can use voice commands for calls, provided the device is handsfree or securely mounted.
Fully licensed drivers using a mobile phone in a holder for specific functions.
When securely mounted, full license holders can touch the phone for specific, essential drivingrelated tasks.
Requirement for all phone holders.
Proper mounting ensures safety, preventing the device from becoming a projectile or blocking the drivers view.
Prohibited mobile phone functions for all drivers while driving.
These functions are highly distracting and are universally banned for all drivers.
Holding a mobile phone while driving.
Any physical handling or precarious positioning of the phone while driving is illegal and unsafe.
Using a mobile phone when vehicle is parked out of traffic.
When safely parked off the road, all drivers can use their phones without restriction.
Use of digital screens (tablets, laptops) visible to driver.
Screens are generally not allowed if distracting, unless they serve a direct driving purpose and are securely mounted.
Examples of drivers aids for digital screens.
These are specific functions for which digital screens are permitted, as they directly assist in driving.
Can you text while driving (any driver, any setup)?
Texting while driving is a highly distracting and universally banned activity.
Usage of mobile phone for GPS/navigation.
GPS is generally permitted as a drivers aid, but direct interaction methods depend on the drivers license type.
Can we use a digital screen while driving (e.g., watching a video)?
Digital screens are restricted to prevent visual distraction unless their function directly supports driving.
Can a full license holder use voice commands for mobile phone?
Full license holders are allowed this for handsfree operation of calls.
Can a Learner or P1/P2 driver use voice commands for a mobile phone?
This strict rule aims to minimize any form of interaction with the device for less experienced drivers.
Inbuilt device (e.g., cars infotainment system) can be used when:
Inbuilt systems have more flexibility than phones, but driver focus on the road is paramount.