Convenience still needs attention
Remote parking can change where a driver stands, but it does not make attention optional. Treat the manoeuvre as a driving task from start to finish. The illustration shows a clear private driveway; every real location needs its own assessment.
Check before starting
Rule 239 says you must make sure it is safe before using a hand-held device to help you park. It advises the safest way into the space by the shortest possible route. Check the area and the intended movement before beginning.
Keep control throughout
You must remain in control at all times. Do not use the device for another purpose during the manoeuvre, and do not put anyone in danger. A message or notification can wait until the parking task is finished.
Understand the system
Use the device according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Learn the supported procedure and how to stop the movement before relying on the feature. Do not assume that a system on another car works in the same way.
Make attention visible
During practice, explain what you are checking and keep watching the vehicle and its surroundings. If the situation changes, reassess before continuing. Technology can assist the task; the driver still needs to manage it.
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Independent revision guidance. Source: GOV.UK Highway Code, Rule 239. Original AI-created educational illustration; recorded creator narration in the accompanying Short.
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