Is it allowed to drive without wearing a shirt?
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There is no specific regulation in laws and regulations regarding this, so theoretically, it is permissible to drive bare-chested, but it is not recommended. Here are some relevant details: 1. The "Road Traffic Safety Regulations of the People's Republic of China" stipulate: When driving a vehicle, one must carry a driver's license and vehicle registration certificate. It is prohibited to lend, alter, or forge a driver's license, or to hand over the vehicle to someone without a driver's license. 2. Additional information: The "Road Traffic Safety Regulations of the People's Republic of China" states that when carrying passengers in a motor vehicle, the following rules must be observed: The number of passengers must not exceed the limit specified on the vehicle registration certificate. Cargo vehicles are not allowed to carry both passengers and goods simultaneously. However, large cargo vehicles can carry one to five accompanying or loading personnel during short-distance transportation, provided that safe seating space is maintained. When the height of the cargo exceeds the sides of the cargo compartment, passengers are not allowed to ride on top of the cargo.
I've thought about this too. Driving without a shirt feels inappropriate and could actually affect driving. I recall that while traffic regulations don't explicitly require wearing clothes, they do mandate that drivers maintain a position allowing safe vehicle control. Going shirtless means sweat drips directly onto the seat, potentially causing the steering wheel to slip. Especially during summer road trips, seatbelts rubbing against bare skin can be extremely uncomfortable and distracting, increasing accident risks. Plus, imagine the embarrassment if suddenly stopped for a check looking all sloppy. Public decorum matters - even though the car is private space, those windows are transparent. So I always at least wear a tank top while driving, for both comfort and safety.