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Topic: The driver's condition · Nº 331 / 590

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¿Es aconsejable conducir un turismo calzado con unas chanclas?

Is it advisable to drive a car wearing flip-flops?

  • ASí, porque al no sujetar el pie, es más fácil ejercer la presión correcta sobre los pedales.Yes, because they do not hold the foot, so it is easier to put the right pressure on the pedals.
  • BSí, porque permiten un manejo más rápido y seguro de los pedales.Yes, because they allow faster and safer use of the pedals.
  • CNo, porque podrían caerse y dificultar el manejo de los pedales.No, because they could come off and make it hard to use the pedals.
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  • CNo, porque podrían caerse y dificultar el manejo de los pedales.No, because they could come off and make it hard to use the pedals.
Explanation

Driving a car in flip-flops is not advisable because they can slip or come off, which makes it hard to control the pedals properly. This increases the risk of accidents because the driver cannot use the brake, accelerator and clutch pedals precisely and safely. The regulations state that you must be able to control the vehicle at all times, and if your footwear prevents this, you could be fined.

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