Tag: highway code
'Misunderstood' double yellow line rule that few drivers know about
Many motorists are wary of receiving fines.
Drivers must declare this one thing to the DVLA or risk £1,000 fine
You could also have your licence taken away if you break this rule
Woman driving on motorway has perfect response to tailgater without braking
People have been baffled to learn about a easy and safe way to stop someone tailgating you when driving on the motorway, which doesn't require breaking.
Every driver in the UK at risk of £1,000 fine this week
Every driver in the UK is under threat of being slapped with a four-figure fine this week due to little-known Halloween rules.
Drivers warned phone brightness could result in £1,000 fine as clocks go back on Sunday
You may have never given a second thought to your phone's brightness while driving - but it might just cost you.
Drivers risk £5,000 fine for splashing pedestrians with puddles in wet weather
Motorists could face a fine of up to £5,000 for splashing pedestrians with puddles, as it is considered driving "without reasonable consideration"
Drivers risk £1,000 fine for 'opening car door' due to road law
Drivers may be fined up to £1,000 for making a major mistake when opening their car door and exiting their vehicle this Autumn.
DVSA issues alert to drivers on rules for overtaking cyclists
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has issued a warning for drivers to take extra care when overtaking cyclists.
Drivers warned to be super cautious about 1 thing at 6pm in October
Drivers could be caught out by a serious problem when travelling on the roads at this time of day.
Drivers hit with £2,500 fine for parking at night rule
Drivers could be slapped with hefty fines for breaking a little-known but easily forgotten parking rule this autumn and winter.
Drivers risk £2,500 fine for parking on their own street due to little-known rule
Drivers could be caught out and slapped with hefty fines for breaking a little-known road rule when parking their vehicles.
Flashing your headlights for this common reason could land you with a fine, rules state
There are a set list of situations in which motorists should flash their headlights, and many are unaware that they could be breaking an important driving rule
Car feature that could stop you being part of '9 out of 10' road deaths
The chances of being involved in a serious accident on the road can increase significantly when conditions are wet
Caravan owners risk driving ban for breaking lesser known speed limit rule
If you're not used to towing your caravan, you may not be aware of the fact that your car is subject to different rules
Drivers warned they could face £5,000 fine for wearing one thing behind the wheel
The simple mistake could result in a £100 fine and three penalty points, or as much as £5,000 and nine points in serious cases.