Alertness
Your passengers are arguing loudly and trying to involve you in the dispute while you drive. What should you do?
- Stay focused on the road and refuse to be drawn inCorrect
- Turn around to talk to them properly
- Join the argument to settle it quickly
- Close your eyes to think about your answer
Why?
Getting drawn into an argument takes your mind off driving and slows your reactions. Rule 148 of The Highway Code says safe driving needs concentration and lists arguing with your passengers among the distractions you must avoid.
Highway Code rule 148