Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestTraffic Laws and RegulationsMedium
A driver is operating a vehicle in Texas. Which of the following pieces of vehicle equipment is NOT legally required to be in proper working order?
- AHeadlights.
- BBrakes.
- CHorn.
- DAir conditioning.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Air conditioning.
Texas law mandates that essential safety equipment like headlights, brakes, and a horn must be in good working order. Air conditioning, while a comfort feature, is not a legally required safety component for vehicle operation.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Headlights are legally required for visibility and signaling.
- B. Brakes are crucial for stopping and are legally required.
- C. A horn is legally required for signaling and warning other drivers/pedestrians.
Required Vehicle Equipment (Texas)
Texas law requires certain vehicle components (e.g., lights, brakes, horn) to be in proper working order for safe and legal operation, but not comfort features like air conditioning.
- Mandatory equipment includes headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals.
- Brakes, steering, tires, and windshield wipers must be functional.
- A horn is required.
- Air conditioning is optional, not required by law.
Memory trick: Safety gear is a must-have, comfort is just a 'maybe' to grab!