Is it Legal to Drive in High Heels? Mazda 2 Perth Dealer Advice

The Mazda 2 sedan is an excellent car to drive, but one of the questions that always seems to puzzle people is the legality of driving in high heels. Many people believe that this practice is actually illegal and this is simply, not the case. We don’t want to impart legal advice, but there is no rule stating that you cannot wear high heels when driving a car. However, in this article, we will point to some solid reasons why you may not want to.

A Lack of Control

As a driver, it’s vital that you can be in full control of all the controls as much as possible. As the heel of a shoe is raised, the foot is forced into an unnatural position to operate the pedals. This is very dangerous, especially if you cannot easily operate the brake pedal which will be vital in an emergency situation. In order to stay alert to danger ahead a comfortable ergonomic position is vital.

A Reduction in Reaction Times

Anyone that has been in a car accident will know that things can happen very quickly. Anything that slows down and impairs your reaction time can make a situation a lot worse. Even minor situations can spiral out of control quickly if an appropriate reaction is delayed even slightly. When you feel comfortable, you can move confidently and quickly to correct a course of action or compensate for the actions of another road user. High heel by their very nature are unpredictable and provide a poor base to work from. The narrower a heel is, the more unstable it becomes and the less reliable it will be in an emergency. This could cause your heel to slip, and your heel could even break causing hesitation and an unwanted distraction.

In Summary

The police do have powers to fine you if you are not fully in control of your vehicle. Always take a moment and ask yourself do I feel stable driving in these shoes. It’s a better idea to have a slip on a pair of driving shoes behind the driver's seat and change into them before setting off.

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