Department: Auto Parts - Mrs. Driver - Forget the flip flops!

Patronage: Profi Auto. Many drivers do not know that our wardrobe and, in particular, shoes can affect the safety of driving our car, recalls Maia Moska, an expert from the nationwide automotive network ProfiAuto.pl.

Department: Auto Parts

Board of Trustees: Profi Auto

“As many as fifteen percent of drivers reportedly admit to temporarily losing control of their car due to inappropriate footwear. I am convinced that this problem affects us women much more than male drivers. This is for the simple reason that we women always want to look fashionable and beautiful, including driving and getting into a car in shoes that are not necessarily suitable for driving, says Maya Mosca.

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That is why every lady, regardless of whether she is going on a long journey or only goes to work in the city center, should wear flat shoes in her car. This way she will be sure that the soles do not get stuck in the groove of the mat - like stilettos, and do not come off during movement, as happens with flip-flops.

- It may seem that the problem of driving shoes does not seem as relevant as in winter, but I would advise all ladies who go on a car trip to definitely forget about all kinds of slippers, flip flops or slippers. high heels, says the ProfiAuto expert.

She adds that she puts her high heels in the glove compartment and changes them after getting into the car, only putting them on when she arrives at her destination. This behavior is also quite practical, because dainty high heels simply wear out faster when used while driving.

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– I would like to add that shoes are not the only clothing that can make driving difficult for us. A large-brimmed hat can be such a "distraction" that can hide our visibility at the most unexpected moment. And finally, dresses. Personally, I like to drive in a long loose skirt, it fits easily and does not restrict movement, which can happen with many mini dresses, says Maya Mosca.

She adds that on sunny days, women drivers should also remember to protect their eyes. According to the expert, it is good that Polish women are increasingly willing to buy good branded sunglasses. Lenses with appropriate polarization coating to prevent glare from sunlight reflected in glass or mirrors and with UV filters. At the same time, it is important not only to look fashionable, but also that glasses protect our eyes from the blinding rays of the sun. However, at night, so that we are not blinded by the lights of oncoming cars, we can use glasses from the so-called blue blocker, that is, a special filter that suppresses blue light.