Can P platers use phone as GPS?

Can P platers use phone as GPS?

All drivers, including learner, P1 and P2 drivers, can use a mobile phone for any function when parked out of the line of traffic. The ignition does not need to be off.

Can P platers use a Navman?

From December 1, it will be against the law for provisional licence holders in NSW to use their phones in any way while driving. This includes using voice-activated GPS apps while the phone is secured to a hands-free cradle. P2 licence holders will have the same restrictions as learner and P1 licence holders.

Can P platers use Bluetooth Vic?

Can I play music if my phone is connected by USB or via Bluetooth? While you may not feel as though you are using your phone, under Victorian rules you are. Both P1 and P2 probationary drivers must never use any hands-free or hand-held device while driving, which includes listening to music.

Can I use my phone in a cradle while driving?

New South Wales Law: Drivers can use any function of a phone but only if it’s “in a cradle fixed to the vehicle and doesn’t obscure your view of the road” according to the NSW department of Transport. Voice control is allowed if the driver doesn’t touch the device.

Is driving with Google Maps illegal?

Yes, it is illegal to use a mobile phone to do anything while driving a car. This includes if your car is stationary in traffic or at lights, or if you’re supervising a learner driver. Using a hands-free phone is not illegal though, as it means you’re not touching the phone when making calls or using it as a sat nav.

Can a P1 driver use a GPS?

P-platers are not allowed to mount their devices to use GPS maps or use Bluetooth to talk on the phone hands-free, or listen to audio. In all states except for WA and Tasmania, the law states P1 drivers must not use their mobile phones (hand-held or hands-free) for any function while driving.

Is hands-free while driving illegal?

Although it’s not against the law to use a hands-free phone while driving, research reveals they’re just as distracting.

Can P plate drivers use Apple CarPlay?

WhichCar asked Transport for NSW whether or not the law considered or applied to Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and the ability to use non-phone functions via car’s touchscreen, to which a spokesman responded: “It is illegal for any learner and provisional drivers to use a mobile phone at any time while driving and this …

Can P platers use iPods?

Similarly, there is no specific rule in our state against the use of dedicated portable music players such as iPods while driving.