The creators of the initiative argue that having official status gives a clear legal footing to the service. When a driver agrees to operate a vehicle that belongs to someone else, the act is framed as aligning with the law rather than violating it. Because the car owner’s policy may not extend to a substitute driver, the substitute risks personal liability. In short, a sober driver taking the place of a tipsy owner could be exposed to legal exposure that the OSAGO framework does not clearly shield.
If the project gains formal legalization, its advocates believe the service will become more widely available and easier to access. Drivers would operate with less fear of legal repercussions. This accessibility could attract more contributors and, as a result, drive competition, potentially leading to lower prices for users seeking a responsible driving option.
Another benefit cited by proponents is a potential decline in accidents connected to alcohol impairment or extreme fatigue. They expect that, with official recognition, more drivers will choose this service as a safer alternative to driving under risky conditions. As the system grows more widely adopted, its proponents anticipate higher participation from responsible drivers and greater overall safety on the roads.
Some activists also argue that the OSAGO framework should be updated to cover incidents involving a substitute driver using someone else’s vehicle. Recognizing such cases as insurance events would be a meaningful step toward comprehensive protection. However, bringing the service into formal operation would require a more intricate process, possibly including written agreements between the primary driver and the person stepping in each time a substitution occurs.
Currently, the initiative rests in the hands of the public. It will not advance to a federal decision-making stage until it has secured the required level of citizen support through a nationwide vote.
- “Driving” can be read in Viber.