Can You Drive Wearing Slippers?
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It is not advisable to drive while wearing slippers. The new traffic safety management regulations do not explicitly prohibit driving in slippers, only stating that 'actions such as making or answering handheld phone calls or watching television that hinder safe driving are not allowed.' Whether the 'etc.' in this context includes driving in slippers remains unclear. Based on actual cases, traffic police can only advise and inform against wearing slippers while driving, as they cannot enforce penalties or restrictions for this behavior. Here are the reasons why you should not drive in slippers: 1. Slippers do not stay securely on the feet and are prone to slipping off: In emergency situations, this can easily lead to the foot slipping when pressing the brake. 2. Safety hazards: Driving in slippers can cause inaccuracies in controlling the clutch and accelerator, posing significant safety risks. Experimental studies have shown that slippers can delay braking response by 0.13 seconds, which, at a speed of 60 kilometers per hour, extends the braking distance by 3.5 meters.