Safe driving

Driving and trying to hold a mobile phone at the same time is dangerous and illegal.  The law states that it is an offence to drive a vehicle or ride a motorbike and use a hand held mobile phone at the same time.  Our Safer Driving guide, updated during 2007, offers information and tips on how to use phones responsibly in transit, and an explanation of the law and the penalties you could incur.

We recommend these simple guidelines to enjoy the benefits of being in touch while travelling safely:

1. Never use a handheld mobile phone or communications device for any reason while driving.

2. Use Voicemail wherever possible by switching off your mobile and listen to your messages when you are safely parked.

3. If you have to make a hands-free call, make sure it is safe to do so and keep it brief.

4. Never send or read text messages while driving.

5. End hands-free calls that become difficult, distracting or stressful immediately.

When in doubt, switch it off.