Is it allowed to smoke while driving?

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Smoking while driving is not allowed and is considered illegal. If caught by traffic police, you will be fined. Smoking while driving falls under behaviors that hinder safe driving: Road traffic safety laws and regulations explicitly prohibit certain actions by motor vehicle drivers while operating a vehicle, which are classified as behaviors that obstruct safe driving. These include making or answering handheld phone calls, watching TV, or any other activities that distract from safe driving, throwing objects onto the road, honking in areas or sections where horn use is prohibited, among others. Smoking while driving poses significant safety hazards: When smoking while driving, the driver's attention is difficult to fully concentrate on driving, which can easily lead to safety incidents. The moment a driver thinks about smoking, their attention is already diverted. Holding a cigarette means only one hand is on the steering wheel, making it difficult to react promptly if the vehicle ahead suddenly changes lanes, thereby increasing the risk of traffic accidents.