Motorists warned they must 'reverse onto their driveways' or risk unlimited fine
Motorists have been cautioned about the Highway Code's lesser-known rule that stipulates drivers should reverse into their driveways. Section 201 of the code makes it clear: "Do not reverse from a side road into a main road. When using a driveway, reverse in and drive out if you can."
This suggests car owners may reverse onto a main road, but only where it's considered safe to do so, as noted by driverknowledgetests.com.
The advice from the site is clear for when your home is on the left as you draw nearreverse into your driveway. The rationale being, it is markedly safer to drive out forwards since it minimises potential blind spots.
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The site stresses the importance of accomplishing forward exits from driveways swiftly to avoid any risks of accidents or collisions with pedestrians.
Moreover, driverknowledgetests.com underscores the significance of vigilance while reversing, urging drivers to pay close attention to all mirrors and check over their shoulder for the "blind spot" behind the vehicle. In doing so, they ensure no unexpected encounters with pedestrians, cyclists, or obstacles occur behind them, reports Birmingham Live.
In a message to drivers, it also states that motorists across the country are expected to reverse out slowly and scan their surroundings as they do so. The site also advises drivers to primarily look through the rear window while being mindful of the front of their vehicle as they swing out.
This warning comes in light of the October Budget from Labour which introduces new changes for drivers, including a freeze in fuel duty. Drivers can receive penalty points on their licence for violating the Highway Code.
If a driver accumulates 12 or more penalty points within a three-year period, they could face a minimum driving ban of six months.
Although there isn't a specific fine for breaking this rule, it could fall under the category of 'careless and inconsiderate driving'. Motorists could be slapped with an unlimited fine and receive between three to nine penalty points on their licence for certain offences.