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Advanced driver assistance systems
Advanced driver assistance systems are designed to help drivers with certain driving tasks...
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Speeding: There's a Price to Pay!
Speeding is one of the leading causes of traffic accidents in Québec. In urban and living environments, small reductions to speed can have a big...
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Drinking and Driving: Impairment and Consequences
See the What the Law Says web page for a detailed description of costs and penalties.
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Don't Drive if You Have Taken Drugs or Medication!
See the What the Law Says section for a detailed description of costs and penalties.
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Portable electronic devices: prohibited while driving
Using a portable electronic devices while driving is strictly prohibited. Simply holding it in your hand or in any other manner while you are driving is prohibited.
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Driver Fatigue
Fatigue is one of the leading causes of traffic accidents on Québec roads, along with alcohol, speed and distraction. Don't let fatigue take you to...
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Sharing the Road
Keep your distance. The Highway Safety Code requires that you slow down and keep a distance between your vehicle and the cyclist of: 1 metre in...
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Turning Right at a Red Light
Turning right at a red light is allowed across the province of Québec, except on the island of Montréal and where prohibited by a traffic sign.
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Blind Spots in a Car
Rear-view mirrors cannot cover all areas around a vehicle, which means that blind spots exist that prevent drivers from seeing other road users. The...
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Driving at Night: Adopt Safe Practices
Driving at night has its own particular risks. With the combination of reduced visibility, risk of glare and fatigue, it is best to change our habits...
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Winter Driving
In winter, drivers must adapt their driving to weather and road conditions. Under the Highway Safety Code, drivers must slow down when visibility is...
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Child safety in cars
Your children's safety in cars does not only depend on them being properly buckled in. Car seats must be suited to their height and weight and comply...
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Moving, Trailers and Loads
Certain rules apply if you use a truck or trailer for personal purposes.
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Automobile Safety and Pets
Here are a few tips on how to travel safely with your pet, whether it be a four-legged friend, a bird (whether in a cage or free) or a fish in an...
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Move-Over Law
You must obey the Move-Over Law and move over to leave space between you and any emergency vehicle, tow truck or surveillance vehicle that is stopped...
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Road Work Zones
In road work zones, you must obey the orange signs and slow down in order to comply with the posted speed limit. Doing so is essential to ensure the...
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Maintenance and Safety
Here are some valuable tips to help you drive more safely and maintain your vehicle in good condition.
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Safety Devices
Cars are safer because of airbags and seat belts.
