among several Traffic rules that we learn over time, some may end up going unnoticed. For example, knowing if you can drive shirtless or wearing sandals becomes essential to avoid some fines or embarrassment.
Appearing in these ways in a car may seem harmless in terms of traffic laws, but it can actually impact your driving in many negative ways. Therefore, we will clarify these issues and disclose some new rules that have just been implemented and need to be passed on.
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Driving rules: is it forbidden to wear flip-flops and shirtless?
Understand once and for all what is the right way to drive:
Can you drive in slippers or sandals?
It is still common for people to use these types of shoes to drive, out of stubbornness or just not knowing that it is prohibited. Wearing any sandal that doesn't have straps around the ankle to prevent them from unintentionally slipping off your feet and end up disturbing your driving can generate a fine and even loss of points on your driver's license.
However, there is a very simple alternative to this problem: driving barefoot. So, you'll just need to take off your flats or similar shoes and keep them in another corner of the car, just while you're driving.
So, you won't have your relaxed and fresh feet "look" ruined by traffic laws if you just remember to be barefoot while driving and you can use them again at your final destination.
Can I go shirtless as a driver?
In this case, there is no Brazilian traffic law that prohibits not wearing the garment while driving. However, care must be taken when making this decision, as the driver may be very exposed to possible occurrences and for other people, inside or outside the vehicle, causing some discomfort in some.
New traffic laws implemented in Brazil that you need to know
The new Law n. 14.071/2020 allows you to turn right even with a red traffic light, as long as specific signage is used, respecting the “Free on the right” sign. Therefore, it is necessary to be aware of pedestrians who may possibly be crossing at the moment.
Another amendment of Law n. 14,071 removed the mandatory use of low beam even during the day. Exception on single-lane highways, unless the vehicle has daytime running lights. The fine for non-compliance with the law will be around R$ 130.16, with a loss of 4 points on the license.
