Loading...- It is dangerous, illegal and pretty stupid to use a mobile or smartphone while driving. Don’t do it! The law still applies while queueing, at red lights and while supervising a learner.
- In the UK the fine is currently £200 and six points on your license when caught illegally using a mobile device while driving. Avoid being caught and don’t use a device while driving. GOV.UK LAW
- Even using the hands free or GPS is for navigation is illegal unless your device is secured with a smartphone holder.
- Spending £10-£30 on a quality mobile phone holder
is much cheaper and safer than taking risks without one. Use a holder that doesn’t obstruct your view while driving. Magnetic ones work well.
- Your smartphone, or indeed any device, can still be an unsafe distraction while driving, even if it is safely secured with a holder.
- Make calls with hands free by using voice control to initiate or answer a call – never divert your attention searching for a contact!
- Use your passenger as your personal secretary – ask them to take the call.
- If you listen to music from your device set it up before you start your journey.
- Device while driving abuse has become a taboo and abusers who risk the lives of others are generally regarded as @@s.
- Remember – Smartphones can be used as evidence if involved in an accident. Police will investigate phone records even when a device is not available to them.
is much cheaper and safer than taking risks without one. Use a holder that doesn’t obstruct your view while driving. Magnetic ones work well.
I agree that seeing drivers using mobile phones while driving infuriated me. It’s selfish to endanger everyone around you.