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  •   Home > News > Motoring

    Drivers are being given the green-light to wear jandals behind the wheel

    Drivers are being given the green-light to wear jandals behind the wheel


    The Financial Services Ombudsman Karen Stevens has busted the myth insurance can't be claimed on a crash if the driver's wearing jandals.

    But she says people should still be careful, and if your footwear makes it difficult to drive, don't wear it.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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