{"id":32062,"date":"2022-11-05T01:00:50","date_gmt":"2022-11-04T17:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/item\/safe-driving-attire"},"modified":"2023-05-03T16:47:33","modified_gmt":"2023-05-03T08:47:33","slug":"safe-driving-attire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/safe-driving-attire","title":{"rendered":"Proper & Safe Driving Attire: Why Committing a Fashion Faux Pas behind the Wheel Means Being Safer on the Road?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dressed to impress might work on that first date or for that job interview but behind the wheel of your car, function always trumps form. That means being dressed comfortably but more importantly, safely,\u00a0 by paying attention to the clothes and shoes you drive in.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re still scratching your head as to the importance of proper dressing while operating a vehicle, just look back at the dress code strictly enforced during your driving course and the subsequent driving examination you underwent before receiving your \u201cP\u201d <\/span>license<\/span><\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Road Transport Department (JPJ) isn\u2019t out to make life difficult for you. The dress code it enforces during the theoretical and practical segments of the driving test does reflect safe driving practices while behind the wheel.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How Your Footwear Affects Your Driving<\/span><\/h2>\n

As an easy example of how your clothes affect your driving, let\u2019s look at the shoes you drive in, specifically the prohibition of slippers or sandals when you take your theory or practical test during the driving course.<\/span><\/p>\n

Simply put, it\u2019s a lot safer to be operating the pedals with shoes because the correct position of your feet on the pedal should be with the heel resting on the floor and the ball of your feet modulating pressure on the pedal with your ankle functioning as the pivot.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the case of slippers or sandals, open footwear such as those are able to move around independently of your feet and could get stuck under the pedal or provide insufficient feedback to your feet.<\/span><\/p>\n

Read More: <\/b>How to Drive Safely Through a Flooded Road<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The same goes for high heels. Driving whilst wearing high heels are dangerous and could lead to a crash. If you\u2019re wearing high heels, your foot\u2019s heel will be elevated from the floor and you won\u2019t be able to properly judge the amount of pressure to apply on the pedal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Therefore, ladies, it\u2019s highly recommended that you keep a simple pair of slip-on shoes in the car for driving if you\u2019re sporting some high heels for a night out.<\/span><\/p>\n

Is Driving Without Shoes Illegal?<\/span><\/h2>\n

So, does that mean driving with slippers\/sandals or driving without shoes is illegal? Well, yes and no. There\u2019s no real short answer here so let\u2019s delve into the details.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re operating a private vehicle, you can\u2019t be fined for driving with slippers\/sandals or barefooted. However, drivers of commercial vehicles as well as e-hailing drivers are not only required to wear covered shoes but long pants as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

The latter can be fined if they are caught operating commercial vehicles (taxi, bus, lorry, van) or doing e-hailing duties in slippers\/sandals or if wearing shorts. Drivers of these vehicles fall under the Goods Driving Licence (GDL) or Public Service Vehicles (PSV) license categories.<\/span><\/p>\n

It can be quite a <\/span>hefty fine<\/span><\/a><\/span> as well at RM150 if caught without the proper attire.<\/span><\/p>\n

Just in case you\u2019re curious, the law regarding covered shoes for PSV drivers falls under the Public Service Vehicles (Licensing and Conduct of Drivers, Conductors, and Passengers) Rule 1959.<\/span><\/p>\n

Read More: <\/b>7 Defensive Driving Tips That May Just Save Your Life<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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So What Are the Best Shoes for a Safer Drive?<\/span><\/h2>\n

This brings us to the fundamental question of \u201cIs driving barefooted dangerous?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Circling back to the point of \u201cfeeling\u201d the pedal to gauge the appropriate pressure, it\u2019s logical that barefooted would be the best method as there\u2019s no extra layer underneath your sole\u00a0 to desensitize the feedback.<\/span><\/p>\n

Nonetheless, from a broader perspective, the cons outweigh the pros. Tactile feel apart, there isn\u2019t really anything else going for barefooted driving.<\/span><\/p>\n

In fact, the reason JPJ recommends not driving barefooted is in the event of an emergency, you\u2019ll want as much protection around your feet in case the footwell caves in or if you need to make a quick exit right after an <\/span>accident<\/span><\/a><\/span>. In the case of the latter, you wouldn\u2019t want to jump out on the road with debris and probably shards of glass barefooted, would you?<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have shoes on while driving, your feet will be protected if the footwell caves in or if you need to hop out. After all, nobody will have time to flail about looking for their shoes or putting them on in the event of an accident.<\/span><\/p>\n

Furthermore, wet pedals or perspiration from your feet could cause your soles to slip off the pedal or apply sudden jolts of pressure. This could certainly lead to a crash.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, it\u2019s pertinent to point out that not all shoes are suitable for driving as well. Shoes with thick or stiff soles would make it difficult to modulate the pedal or receive tactile feedback.<\/span><\/p>\n

The best shoes to drive in shouldn\u2019t have a sole that\u2019s too thick or too thin, have enough grip from the sole and be flexible enough for ample modulation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Too thick of a sole and you\u2019ll lose that tactile feel, too thin and it might hurt if you have to apply maximum braking force in an emergency. If there\u2019s no grip from the sole, your leg could slip off the pedal, much like driving with slippers\/sandals or barefooted. If the sole is too stiff, it\u2019ll be difficult to pivot your foot from the ankle to modulate the pedal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Other Clothes That Help Promote Safe Driving<\/span><\/h2>\n

Although it might seem trivial from a surface level, there\u2019s a reason behind the encouragement of proper attire while driving by JPJ.<\/span><\/p>\n

From the footwear, the very same logic can be applied to wearing long pants. It adds a slight layer of protection from scratches in the event of a crash to your calves.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moving further up the torso, a collared T-shirt would also prevent the seatbelt from causing abrasions on your neck during a hard impact.<\/span><\/p>\n

Essentially, you\u2019ll want to be well-covered but also comfortable behind the wheel. The reasoning behind the latter is to prevent restrictive clothing from slowing down the movement of your arms or legs if the need for sudden corrective inputs is required.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Similarly, tight jeans without any stretch would hamper movement of the legs. Pants with some stretch in them would be easier to move about, especially if you need to jump out of the car quickly post-impact.<\/span><\/p>\n

Having said that, a layer of clothing over your legs or arms would be helpful in preventing abrasions, though something like a stiff leather jacket isn\u2019t what we have in mind. It hinders movement of the elbows when executing full turns of the steering wheel. Therefore, something lighter with more freedom of movement is always going to be safer.<\/span><\/p>\n

Read More: <\/b>How to Check Malfunctions in Car Safety Features Before It\u2019s Too Late!<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Peripheral awareness is another important factor to consider. The area of a blind spot on your side can be reduced with a quick glance to said side before changing lanes or making a turn. Furthermore, while driving in general, it\u2019s absolutely imperative that you be aware of the vehicles or space on your sides. A quick glance would make you aware of what\u2019s there and what isn\u2019t.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sticking with that, thick scarfs would restrict your neck\u2019s movement in making a quick glance. It almost feels like a neck brace to a certain extent. If you need to wear one, opt for a thin, light scarf that doesn\u2019t constrict neck movement. Additionally, it goes a long way in keeping the skin on your neck safe if a crash happens and the seatbelt holds you back.<\/span><\/p>\n

All these laws are implemented not only for your safety but for that of other road users as well. It\u2019s definitely not because JPJ wants to make your life difficult.<\/span><\/p>\n

Therefore, remember that when you\u2019re behind the wheel, it\u2019s better to dress for comfort and safety than fashion and form.<\/span><\/p>\n

At CARSOME, we put all our cars through a stringent 175-point inspection and professional refurbishment to ensure their safety and comfort.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So if you\u2019re looking for a safe and quality car, visit <\/span>CARSOME<\/span><\/a><\/span> today or download our app from the <\/span>Google Play Store<\/span><\/a><\/span> or <\/span>Apple App Store<\/span><\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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