Leaving your vehicle safely is an essential step to protect other road users and preserve the vehicle's integrity. It is important to adopt careful behaviour before opening the door and when parking.

E. Leaving your vehicle

Before opening the door to get in or out

The driver must ensure they do not endanger or inconvenience other road users travelling on the public road.

Precautions when parking the vehicle

The driver parking their car must take the necessary measures to avoid all risks of accident or misuse. They must apply the parking brake (handbrake). They must avoid the risk of theft by taking the ignition key and locking the doors. If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft device, it must be activated. They must take the vehicle documents with them.

By taking the necessary precautions before leaving your vehicle, the driver limits the risks of accident, theft or inconvenience to others. These good practices contribute to peaceful coexistence on the public road.