Ch. 5 · Driving Method

Even when driving using an automated driving system in an automated vehicle, the driver must be in a state where they can immediately recognize a takeover request or a malfunction of the vehicle and take over the driving operation.

[True / False · Medium]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

The Rules of the Road require that, while using an automated driving system, the driver must be able to immediately recognize takeover requests or malfunctions and be ready to take over driving. The statement is correct.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle

Hikari
Hikari
If the car's driving itself, I can relax and not worry, right?
Misaki
Misaki
No. The statement is true — even with automated driving, you must stay alert and ready to take over immediately if the system requests it or malfunctions.
Hikari
Hikari
So it's not like a taxi where I can zone out?
Misaki
Misaki
Not at all. You're still the driver, just with assistance. Stay engaged and ready to act.

Source: Ch. 5 Driving Method · Section (第９節 オートマチック車などの運転) · ３ 自動運転車（３）自動運行装置を使つて運転する場合の遵守事項

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