Stay in Control : Navigating In - Vehicle Technology and Rule 150

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There is a danger of driver distraction being caused by in-vehicle systems such as satellite navigation systems, congestion warning systems, PCs, multi-media, etc. You MUST exercise proper control of your vehicle at all times. Do not rely on driver assistance systems such as motorway assist, lane departure warnings, or remote control parking. They are available to assist but you should not reduce your concentration levels. Do not be distracted by maps or screen-based information (such as navigation or vehicle management systems) while driving or riding. If necessary find a safe place to stop.

As the driver, you are still responsible for the vehicle if you use a driver assistance system (like motorway assist). This is also the case if you use a hand-held remote control parking app or device. You MUST have full control over these systems at all times.

Laws RTA 1988 sects 2 & 3, & CUR reg 104 & 110

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Stay in Control : Navigating In - Vehicle Technology and Rule 150

Common Tech Distractions

Modern vehicle features provide convenience but can create significant risks if misused .

Screen - Based Information

Drivers must not be distracted by mape or vehicle management systems while the vehicle is in motion .

Driver Assistance vs. Driver Control

High - Risk In - Vehicle Systems :

Sat - navs , congestion warnings , multi- media screens , and in - car PCs are major sources of potential driver distraction .

Assistance is Not Autonomy

Systems like motorway assist and lanc daparture warnings are available to help but should never lead to a reduction in driver concentration .

Remote Control Parking Responsibility: When using a hand - hold remote control parking app or device , the user remains fully responsible for the vehicle's actions .

Maintain Full Control

You MUST have full control over all assistance systems at all times , ensuring you can intervene immediately if necessary .

Legal Obligations

Prioritize Safety Over Screens

If you need to interact with screen - based info or navigation , you must find a safe place to stop before doing so .

Legal Responsibility

Even when using assistive technology , the driver is the primary party responsible for the vehicle's behavior under the law .

Governing Legislation

These rules are enforced by the Road Traffic Act 1968 ( Sections 2 & 3 ) and the Construction and Use Regulations ( Reg 104 & 110 ) .

You MUST exercise proper control .

Rule 150 expliciity states that proper control of the vehicle is a mandatory requirement at all times .