Highway Code

A breach could result in an on-the-spot fine of up to £1,000, rising to £5,000 in more serious cases, along with up to nine points on the driver’s licence.

UK drivers warned breaking dog in your car rules could result in £5,000 fines

With another heatwave expected, drivers are being reminded that wearing flip flops while driving could result in a £1,000 fine and three penalty points.

With another heatwave expected, drivers are being reminded that wearing flip flops while driving could result in a £1,000 fine and three penalty points.

UK drivers issued £1,000 Highway Code fine warning for driving in summer clothes

The magic roundabout causes a little tension for even the most confident of drivers

The magic roundabout causes a little tension for even the most confident of drivers

Millions of drivers at risk of hefty fines due to common roundabout mistake

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

Common roundabout mistake catching out hundreds and costing thousands

The Magic Roundabout in Swindon

The Magic Roundabout in Swindon

Drivers warned of hefty fines over common roundabout mistake

As the months turn colder, unpredictable weather can cause turmoil on the roads.

As the months turn colder, unpredictable weather can cause turmoil on the roads.

Drivers urged to follow rule 237 of Highway Code or invalidate your car insurance

Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

Drivers warned they risk £1,000 fines for parking on their street this winter

Drivers who stick to the middle lane encourage surrounding motorists to undertake them - but experts say it's safer in rainy conditions, when everyone slows down

Drivers who stick to the middle lane encourage surrounding motorists to undertake them - but experts say it's safer in rainy conditions, when everyone slows down

Experts urge drivers to always drive in the middle lane in this situation

Not only does the act breach the Highway Code, it can also be considered as ‘obstructing police duties.’

Not only does the act breach the Highway Code, it can also be considered as ‘obstructing police duties.’

Drivers warned common 'friendly gesture' could leave them with £1,000 fines

These are the rules you need to know about when it comes to cycling on the pavement in the UK

These are the rules you need to know about when it comes to cycling on the pavement in the UK

Is it against the law to ride a bike on the pavement? These are the rules

Drivers have also been warned they could be facing hefty fines for a common roundabout mistake this summer

Drivers have also been warned they could be facing hefty fines for a common roundabout mistake this summer

Drivers warned they are risking £1,000 fine for common summer driving mistake

Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate

Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate

Highway Code: The road signs most drivers are getting wrong

A Compare the Market study found more than six million UK drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

A Compare the Market study found more than six million UK drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

Millions of UK motorists warned of hefty fines over common roundabout mistake

Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate

Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate

The common road signs drivers are getting wrong

Highway Code warning as drivers warned they could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car

Highway Code warning as drivers warned they could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car

Drivers warned of £5,000 fines over air conditioning as temperatures soar

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout. Pictured: The Magic Roundabout in Swindon

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout. Pictured: The Magic Roundabout in Swindon

Drivers warned of huge fine for common roundabout mistake

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout

Millions of drivers warned of hefty fines over common roundabout mistake

UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer

UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer

Drivers warned of £2,500 fines for wearing sunglasses as 32C heatwave hits

The Highway Code states that you must not hold and use a mobile phone to text, make calls, take photos or videos, or browse the web, while behind the wheel

The Highway Code states that you must not hold and use a mobile phone to text, make calls, take photos or videos, or browse the web, while behind the wheel

Drivers warned they could be risking fines while waiting at drive-throughs

UK drivers have been told to be 'patient' when passing horses

UK drivers have been told to be 'patient' when passing horses

Highway Code issues updated guidance for drivers passing horses on roads

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 for driving with dog in the car. (Canva)

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 for driving with dog in the car. (Canva)

Drivers face £5,000 fine for how they drive with a dog in the car

One motoring expert has urged Brits to ditch the earpieces, which can also be used to make and receive phone calls, to avoid prosecution

One motoring expert has urged Brits to ditch the earpieces, which can also be used to make and receive phone calls, to avoid prosecution

Driving with headphones could land you £5,000 fine, expert warns

Can you tell the difference between pelican crossings, zebra crossings, toucan crossings and puffin crossings?

Can you tell the difference between pelican crossings, zebra crossings, toucan crossings and puffin crossings?

9 in 10 drivers unable to identify different pedestrian crossings - can you?

Do you often try to cycle on the pavement? This is what can happen if you do

Do you often try to cycle on the pavement? This is what can happen if you do

Is it illegal to ride a bike on the pavement? What the law says

Highway Code: UK drivers warned over summer driving rules that can lead to £2,500 fines

Highway Code: UK drivers warned over summer driving rules that can lead to £2,500 fines

Drivers warned about potential fines when taking family on summer holidays

Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

Drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in car

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

UK drivers face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

Motorists warned of £1,000 fine for driving in summer clothing

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £2,500 fine for common driving mistake. (PA)

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £2,500 fine for common driving mistake. (PA)

Drivers could face £2,500 fine for common bad driving habit

Highway code: Drivers warned to expect fines over yellow box junction rule changes. (PA)

Highway code: Drivers warned to expect fines over yellow box junction rule changes. (PA)

Drivers warned about councils' raft of new powers tackling bad driving

The UK wide test of the life-saving public Emergency Alerts system will take place at 3pm on Sunday, April 23

The UK wide test of the life-saving public Emergency Alerts system will take place at 3pm on Sunday, April 23

Drivers told not to switch off Emergency Alert warning in car or risk fines

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £2,500 fine for simple driving mistake. (PA)

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £2,500 fine for simple driving mistake. (PA)

Drivers could face £2,500 fine for this bad driving habit

Scrolling on your phone while waiting in a queue at a drive-through could land you a massive fine

Scrolling on your phone while waiting in a queue at a drive-through could land you a massive fine

Drivers warned they could be risking fines while waiting at drive-throughs

To stay safe while driving and avoid the hefty fine, ensure your dog (or any other pet) is restrained appropriately

To stay safe while driving and avoid the hefty fine, ensure your dog (or any other pet) is restrained appropriately

Warning UK drivers could face £5,000 fine for driving with a dog in the car

More than half of motorists admit they have done this in the past, despite risking a fine of £60, potentially rising to £2,500 fine

More than half of motorists admit they have done this in the past, despite risking a fine of £60, potentially rising to £2,500 fine

The driving offence majority admit to that could land you a £2,500 fine

The little-known rule that could land drivers £1000 fine

The little-known rule that could land drivers £1000 fine

Highway Code: UK drivers warned they face £1,000 fine over little-known parking mistake

You could be fined £5,000 for driving while wearing gloves, coats or scarves, experts have warned

You could be fined £5,000 for driving while wearing gloves, coats or scarves, experts have warned

Warning UK drivers could face £5,000 for driving in winter clothes

Drivers warned over £100 motorway fine amid new camera charge. (PA)

Drivers warned over £100 motorway fine amid new camera charge. (PA)

Little-known motorway cameras that can earn you £100 fine

More than half of motorist on UK roads are unaware that flashing your lights could result in a fine

More than half of motorist on UK roads are unaware that flashing your lights could result in a fine

Drivers warned they face fines for 'friendly warning' commonly used on UK roads

Highway Code: New road rule could see car 'passengers' hit with £1,000 fine. (PA)

Highway Code: New road rule could see car 'passengers' hit with £1,000 fine. (PA)

New Highway Code rule could see car 'passengers' hit with £1,000 fine

Highway Code: UK drivers warned of strict new motoring laws coming into effect. (PA)

Highway Code: UK drivers warned of strict new motoring laws coming into effect. (PA)

UK drivers warned of strict new motoring laws coming into effect

Highway Code: UK drivers warned over four driving law changes in the UK. (PA)

Highway Code: UK drivers warned over four driving law changes in the UK. (PA)

Warning over four driving law changes you should know or risk fines

Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine for driving with dog in their car. (PA)

Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine for driving with dog in their car. (PA)

Drivers could face £5,000 fine for driving with a dog in their car

Cyclists could be forced to get number plates and insurance under new UK laws. (PA)

Cyclists could be forced to get number plates and insurance under new UK laws. (PA)

Cyclists could be forced to get number plates and insurance under new laws

Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine over sunglasses amid Met Office heat warning. (Canva)

Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine over sunglasses amid Met Office heat warning. (Canva)

Drivers could face £5,000 fine over sunglasses amid Met Office heatwave warning

Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

Drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in car amid UK heatwave

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 fine for their footwear amid UK heatwave. (PA)

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 fine for their footwear amid UK heatwave. (PA)

Driving bare foot or in sandals could cost you a £5,000 fine

Highway Code: UK drivers warned over summer driving rules that can lead to £2,500 fines.

Highway Code: UK drivers warned over summer driving rules that can lead to £2,500 fines.

Drivers warned over summer driving rules that can lead £2,500 fines and prison

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £2,500 fine for common driving mistake. (PA)

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £2,500 fine for common driving mistake. (PA)

Drivers could face £2,500 fine for common bad driving habit

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

UK drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car

UK drivers could face fines of up to £2,500 as Met Office predicts 34C heatwave. (PA/Canva)

UK drivers could face fines of up to £2,500 as Met Office predicts 34C heatwave. (PA/Canva)

Drivers could face fines of up to £2,500 this weekend amid '34C' heatwave

UK drivers issued warning over 8 driving laws they could be breaking this summer. (Canva)

UK drivers issued warning over 8 driving laws they could be breaking this summer. (Canva)

8 UK driving laws you could be breaking this summer ahead of '30C heatwave'

7 clothing items that could land you a £5,000 fine and a driving ban. (Canva)

7 clothing items that could land you a £5,000 fine and a driving ban. (Canva)

Seven clothing items that could land you a £5,000 fine and a driving ban

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car. (PA)

UK drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car