Question: Can a person drive a vehicle barefoot?
Answer: Yes, a person can drive a passenger vehicle or a commercial motor vehicle barefoot. I have seen some footwear that could actually make it difficult for drivers to safely operate a vehicle. Make sure that your footwear will not come loose and get wedged into the accelerator or brake pedal as this can cause a loss of control resulting in a crash.
Another overlooked safety issue is the proper securement of the driver's side floor mat. Make sure the floor mat is secured with locking type tabs.
Years ago, I personally experienced an unsecured floor mat that caused the accelerator to become stuck open while driving. Fortunately, I was able to correct the problem by placing the vehicle in neutral and regaining control. I removed the floor mat and learned a valuable lesson.
Purchase floor mats that fit your vehicle, use the safety tabs and lock them in place so it does not move while operating the vehicle.
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If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Sgt. Neil Dickenson, Minnesota State Patrol, 1131 Mesaba Ave., Duluth, MN 55811; on Twitter @MSPPIO_NE; or by email at neil.dickenson@state.mn.us .
