Millions of drivers could be slapped with a £200 fine and points on their licence next week for neglecting a “small” but “crucial” task. This essential duty could land motorists, road users and drivers with a hefty fine and financial penalty next week.
On Sunday, October 27, the clocks will fall back one hour at 2am, meaning drivers waking up on Monday morning need to make sure theirs is accurate. Fresh research has revealed that nearly a quarter of drivers do not adjust the time in their car.
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This equates to approximately 11.5 million drivers across the UK. Those who can’t be bothered to alter the clocks in their car might opt to glance at their phone to check the time.
However, this could result in drivers facing harsh penalties including a £200 fine and six penalty points on their licence. A spokesperson for Group 1 Automotive stated: “Ensuring the time in your car is correct is a small but important task that can have a huge impact on the way we drive.
“Having the correct time displayed on your car clock can contribute to better punctuality and a stress-free environment, and as the nights become darker, and more people drive during these hours, it’s so crucial to ensure full safety.”
They further explained: “In most cases, the time can be changed via the car ‘settings’ button on the dashboard, where you can find options to access the date and time settings. If you don’t know how to do this, or can’t find this option, consult the manufacturers’ guide, and this should provide easy to follow steps on how to do this.”, reports Birmingham Live.
They also warned that drivers could face six penalty points on their licence and a £200 fine for using a hand-held phone while driving. New drivers risk losing their licence if they accumulate six points within two years of passing their test.
Additionally, drivers can receive three penalty points if they don’t have a full view of the road and traffic ahead or proper control of the vehicle.
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