Drivers who are found disobeying motoring rules that applies during the harsh winter months could face a \u00a35,000 fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The little-known regulation might get you in hot water and drain your bank account, so here’s how to avoid being caught off guard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the winter, it may seem practical, if not prudent, to dress in your warmest clothes and most comfortable footwear before getting in the automobile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
One driving regulation, on the other hand, can get you in hot trouble for doing something relatively innocuous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drivers who are caught wearing winter boots behind the wheel face \u00a35,000 fines because the Highway Code regulation 97 states that it can impair a motorist’s ability to use the vehicle’s foot controls correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If a pair of fluffy, warm boots obstructs your ability to manage the pedals in a safe and proper manner, a court may find you guilty of driving carelessly. A driving suspension and nine penalty points are also severe consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The appropriateness of one’s footwear for the activity at hand must be examined “Before Setting Off” according to Rule 97.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drivers are also required to “know where all the controls are and how to use them” , as well as make sure “mirrors and seats are adjusted correctly to ensure comfort, full control, and maximum vision. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Head restraints are properly adjusted to reduce the risk of neck and spine injuries in the event of a collision.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The RAC has issued fresh caution, recommending drivers to avoid wearing shoes with bottoms thicker than 10mm. “You don’t want a sole that’s too soft or thin, shoes that are too heavy should be avoided, as well as those that limit ankle movement,” the report said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, boots are only one component of a driver’s clothing that could get you in hot water this winter. Motorists wearing winter coats could face a \u00a3100 fine as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While wearing the coat in the car is not prohibited, removing it while driving is a violation of the Highway Code.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Drivers who are found disobeying motoring rules that applies during the harsh winter months could face a \u00a35,000 fine. The little-known regulation might get you in hot water and drain … <\/p>\n