With winter and low temperatures, getting into the car also has its drawbacks. Until the cabin is heated, it is normal to feel cold, especially when the vehicle has been outdoors for many hours and it is too lazy to take off clothes. But be careful, perhaps you have heard that it is not convenient drive with your coat on…and it is even said that you can be sanctioned for this behavior. But really, how much truth is there in this statement?
It seems almost an urban legend that you can receive a fine for wearing a coat while driving, since there are not many documented cases of this. To be faithful to the truth, it must be said that the DGT does not expressly prohibit drive sheltered, no rule expressly includes it. However, the same thing happens as driving with flip flops or driving with a mask: if the authorities consider that it could have a negative impact, they would have the right to sanction the behavior.
According to the article 18.1 of theGeneral Traffic Regulations: «The driver of a vehicle is obliged to maintain his own freedom of movement, the necessary field of vision and constant attention to driving, which guarantee his own safety, that of the rest of the vehicle’s occupants and that of other users. of the road. If the user is wearing a bulky coat with which do not have freedom of movement (and it is proven), you could be fined by the relevant authorities.
It would be a light penalty what could it mean between 80 and 200 euros fine (it would depend on the agent’s interpretation) and that it would not deduct points from the driver’s license. Of course, you should not drive with an uncomfortable coat just to avoid fines, but also for safety because the underwater effect in an accident could cause the seat belt was not effective if you are wearing inappropriate clothing.
Therefore, it will always be more advisable to take off your coat before starting the walk even if it is a little cold at first. Then the heating will make the trip more bearable, there will be no risk of fines… and safety will not be compromised.
