🚨 Heads Up, Drivers! 🚗💨 You could unknowingly break ‘Rule 123’ of the Highway Code and face an £80 fine amidst the chilly weather this week! ❄️
Temperatures are dipping across the UK, creating frosty mornings that’ll have you scraping away at your car windows. But while you’re defrosting your vehicle, make sure you’re not falling foul of Rule 123. This rule prohibits leaving a car unattended with the engine running on a public road. Doing so could potentially lead to a costly penalty under the Road Traffic Act.
It’s tempting to start up the engine and let the heaters do the work, but if your car isn’t parked on private property, you might just be a few minutes away from breaking the law. Plus, leaving your vehicle running and unattended could increase the risk of theft – and nobody wants to start their day like that! 🙅♂️🚔
Hertfordshire Police has also warned that leaving your car with the keys in the ignition could invalidate your insurance. “No one enjoys sitting in a freezing car, but it’s not worth the risk,” says Detective Superintendent Ant Alcock. 🕵️♂️🔑
So, stay savvy and keep an eye on the weather—brace for the cold, but don’t get caught out by Rule 123. Stay warm, stay legal, and keep your car safe! 🚙💨 #WinterDrivingTips #StaySafeDriveSmart #HighwayCodeAlert