Saudi traffic authority warns against driver distraction
The General Directorate of Traffic urges drivers to stay focused and avoid distractions to ensure their own safety and that of others on the road.
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AIThe General Directorate of Traffic has emphasized the importance of staying focused while driving, stating that paying attention to the road increases safety for both drivers and others.
The authority stressed that distraction while driving poses a risk, urging motorists to remove anything that could divert their attention and to make the road their top priority when behind the wheel.
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The official Saudi Traffic account also warned against driving vehicles with a license that does not match the vehicle’s size or intended use, noting that this is a traffic violation punishable by a fine ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 riyals (SAR).
Through its official account on X, the authority highlighted the importance of holding the appropriate driving license for the vehicle to ensure legal and safe driving and to reduce traffic violations.
It also stressed the need to ensure that the type of driving license matches the vehicle being used and its intended purpose, calling on drivers to comply with all traffic rules and regulations.