We’ve all seen the white spec in a driver’s ear, but are AirPods and other wireless headphones actually legal on Australian roads? Drive finds out.

In a smartphone-centric world, driver distraction has been a prevalent issue in Australia in the past couple of years.

And while most drivers understand that using mobile phones is a serious offence, the rules surrounding the use of smartphone-related devices such as Apple AirPods while driving are unclear.

It’s almost becoming a common sight to see a spec of white in a driver’s ear while travelling on local roads, but is it actually legal to use Apple AirPods or other Bluetooth headphones while driving? Here’s what you need to know.

Can you wear AirPods while driving in Australia?

Yes and no, it depends on where you live. While there’s no

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