US EditionWearing a Smartwatch While Driving a Taxi Could Carry Legal and Safety Risks
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Wearing a smartwatch while driving a taxi could carry legal and safety risks
Taxi drivers wearing smartwatches while driving may face legal and safety risks under UK law.The Highway Code prohibits the use of hand-held devices while driving. Although smartwatches are worn on the wrist, interacting with them—such as checking notifications or making calls—can be considered using a hand-held device. This could lead to penalties of up to £1,000 and six points on a driving licence. Even minimal interactions, like glancing at…
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