Can You Drive With Apple Vision Pro?
The most-awaited tech device of 2024, i.e., Apple Vision Pro, has been released, and since its release, people have been going crazy about it. Not only at home, you can see people wearing the Vision Pro on the roads and even in public places. But many people ask: Can you drive with Apple Vision Pro?
In the United States, people are seen wearing Apple Vision Pro while driving. Even the transport department issued a notice regarding it. Is it illegal to drive while wearing Vision Pro, or is it even safe? If you are also dubious about that, you are in the right place.
In this article, we’ll discuss: Can you drive with Apple Vision Pro?
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Can you drive with Apple Vision Pro?
While wearing the Apple Vision Pro, you can do almost anything, including driving. But should you? Driving your car is a precise demeanor, and you should be focused on the road instead of any electronic device. Any slight distraction can lead to irreparable damage. So, it’s not even worth considering because the cost of such entertainment is very high.
In other words, nothing is preventing you from driving while wearing the Apple Vision Pro; apart from the laws, it’s you who has to decide what’s right and what’s wrong. Here are some other reasons why you should not drive while wearing the Apple Vision Pro:
- Visual Obstruction: Though the Vision Pro headset offers pass-through technology that allows users to see their surroundings, it does add a layer between the driver and the road. Even with high-resolution cameras, digital overlays and visual elements can potentially obscure important details, especially in complex driving situations.
- Distraction: The Apple Vision Pro is designed to be immersive and engaging. Notifications, virtual interfaces, and other interactive elements may divert a driver’s attention. This type of distraction is similar to the dangers of texting while driving, but potentially even more insidious due to the visual nature of the headset.
- Situational Awareness: Driving requires constant and focused monitoring of the surroundings. The Vision Pro’s ability to create a field of view on specific digital tasks might hinder a driver’s ability to quickly see the dangers while driving, react to sudden changes, and have a holistic view of the surroundings.
- Motion Sickness: Some users are prone to a type of motion sickness within virtual and mixed-reality environments. This mismatch between visuals and a lack of physical movement can lead to disorientation, nausea, and dizziness, which can be dangerous combinations when operating a vehicle.
Apple on Driving while wearing Vision Pro
Apple’s instructions additionally affirm that users who are wearing mixed-reality headsets should refrain from doing so while controlling any potentially hazardous equipment. Their guidelines explicitly advise against using the Apple Vision Pro while driving a vehicle, riding a bicycle, operating heavy machinery, or engaging in any other activities that demand attention to safety. According to Apple, “Never use Apple Vision Pro while operating a moving vehicle, bicycle, heavy machinery, or in any other situations requiring attention to safety.”
The guidelines are not suggestive, but they mandate not using the device while driving any car, bike, or even cycle, as it can lead to damage.
Laws on Driving while Wearing Vision Pro
Using any kind of tech device while driving is known as “distracted driving.” Many states in the United States have strict laws against distracted driving. Activities like using a cell phone, eating, or even adjusting your radio can be considered distractions that can get you fined. However, there’s still no clear-cut law in any state that particularly prohibits wearing Apple Vision Pro.
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Some states may introduce specific laws regarding headsets and wearable displays while driving. Even without direct legislation, the argument could be made that using a Vision Pro headset constitutes reckless or negligent driving. Also, in case of an accident, an insurance company might deny coverage or hold the driver liable if evidence suggests they were using an Apple Vision Pro headset at the time.
Recent News on people wearing Apple Vision Pro while driving
There are some recent viral videos on the internet showing people wearing Apple Vision Pro while driving an automatic car. The videos attracted much criticism from the public, who wanted them to be fined. Also, the US Secretary for Transport, Pete Buttigieg, posted on his X’s account (formerly Twitter), “All advanced driver assistance systems available today require the human driver to be in control and fully engaged in the driving task at all times.”
Reminder—ALL advanced driver assistance systems available today require the human driver to be in control and fully engaged in the driving task at all times. https://t.co/OpPy36mOgC
— Secretary Pete Buttigieg (@SecretaryPete) February 5, 2024
Not only that, even Tesla has made it pretty clear that just because there’s an autopilot feature, it doesn’t mean the absence of the driver. According to Tesla, “Autopilot, Enhanced Autopilot, and Full Self-Driving Capability are intended for use with a fully attentive driver who has their hands on the wheel and is prepared to take over at any moment.”
Conclusion
From the discussion above, you can see that wearing the Vision Pro while driving is not at all recommended. And you can also expect laws relating to that in no time. Apple, Tesla, and even the state are against using the device while driving. And as a vigilant citizen, you should prohibit such activity. For now, it’s safe to say that your Apple Vision Pro is better suited for the living room than the driver’s seat.

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