Not all Brits will be aware of some of the Highway Code rules that could see them fined Brits could face hefty fines for everything from reckless , using their mobile phones as a passenger, to not dipping their lights in poor weather conditions.
Under lesser known , drivers could see themselves land a number of penalties if they’re not careful.
Whilst most are more than aware that careless driving can land you in hot water, with a penalty and a fine, they might not be aware similar rules apply to those on a bicycle too.
The Highway Code warns that any “carless” cyclists could see themselves slapped with a fine of up to £1,000 depending on the transgression.
Such an offence could come about from a cyclist not paying attention to the roads or their surroundings.
This could see them hit with as hard a penalty as a driver who is caught red-handed on their mobile phone. Using your smartwatch when behind the wheel could land you a fine (stock image) If you are using your mobile whilst in the car, you might be mistaken for thinking you’re fine to do so as long as you’re not behind the wheel.
But if you use your phone whilst in the passenger seat, you could be liable for punishment as well.Under rules introduced last year, if a person is supervising a learner driver and touches their mobile phone they could be hit with the massive £1,000 fine.Using a mobile for any purpose is now seen as […]
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