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Why should you adjust the head restraints correctly?

  1. To see more of the road behind
  2. To keep your seat in place
  3. To reduce neck and spine injuries in a collision
  4. To reduce noise in the car
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Correct answer: To reduce neck and spine injuries in a collision

Properly adjusted head restraints cut the risk of neck and spine injury in a collision.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Rules for drivers and motorcyclists (89 to 102), Rule 97

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026