The first study of its kind
The first study of its kind, published in December 2023, found that CBD did not adversely affect driving, while THC intoxication affected driving, which lasted approximately four hours.
The study was led by the Lambert Cannabinoid Therapy Initiative at the University of Sydney and Maastricht University in the Netherlands.
The study included 26 participants who inhaled cannabis containing various ratios THC and CBD, and then drove the car for about 100 kilometers (~60 miles) under controlled conditions on the freeway – 40 minutes after the first dose and four hours later.
Has CBD use affected driving?
The use of CBD did not affect driving, while the use of THC or a THC/CBD blend caused a slight deterioration that appeared after 40 minutes of use, with the deterioration lasting and disappearing after four hours. Study leader dr. Thomas Arkell said that “road safety is a top concern” for legislators and in fact all stakeholders. The purpose of the study is to provide an opportunity to amend laws so that people can use medicinal cannabis and drugs more freely.
“With a global change in cannabis laws, jurisdictions are facing the challenge of driving after using cannabis. Our results provide much-needed insight into the extent and duration of exposure to different types of cannabis and could help guide road safety policy not only in Australia, but across the board.” world.” Arkell said in a statement.
The researchers used an established scientific test that measures the standard deviation of a vehicle’s position – the lane keeping index, the deviation – which increases under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
You can ride after CBD in complete peace of mind
Thus, the study states that the use of CBD does not affect driving, but when using CBD products, it is always important to carefully choose the brand you buy, as well as comply with the recommended daily allowance indicated on the product packaging.
