AMTA works with police, motoring organisations, Federal and State Ministers, road traffic authorities and other industry associations to promote education and awareness of drivers about the legal and safe use of mobile phones while driving.

The industry fully supports the ban on using hand-held mobile phones while driving in Australia and the very dangerous of texting while behind the wheel.

AMTA has consistently, through its driver education initiatives, advised drivers that: “Safety is the most important call you can make when driving”.

 We have made it clear that although a hands-free mobile can reduce the physical effort to make or receive a call, drivers should avoid making calls in heavy traffic or bad weather conditions and they should not engage in distracting, complex or emotional conversations.

 We believe that by adhering to existing laws and some simple commonsense practices, drivers can make safe use of mobile phones while enjoying the substantial public safety and personal security benefits they also provide.
 

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