Five little-known Highway Code laws that could see motorists hit with fines of up to £1,000

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Motorists know that it is an offence to use their phone while driving, but many may not realise that the same rules apply for a smartwatch.

There are a number of little-known rules in the Highway Code which could see motorists caught out with fines or penalty points.Simple mistakes that many could make on a regular basis may lead to a breach of the code, which is why it is important to be aware of the less-well-known rules.

Christian Williams, from leading car competition company BOTB, has shed light on some of these laws.As reported by the Mirror, Mr Williams explained: “What catches drivers out are the less common laws - these are the ones that you likely don't think about when behind the wheel.” Here are five of these little-known Highway Code rules that motorists may unknowingly break, according to Mr Williams.Mr Williams says drivers must keep in mind that bans on devices aren't just limited to mobile phones. “Mobile phones have been banned while driving for almost 20 years, but you may not be aware that any device is illegal to operate while driving a vehicle,” he said."Specifically, the Highway Code states that the ban applies to holding or using any device that can send and receive data.

But did you know, the law also applies to smartwatches even while traffic is stationary or you are stopped at a red light. You can even be fined for using a smartwatch while supervising a learner driver!”You can get six penalty points and a £200 fine if you hold and use a phone, sat nav, tablet, or any device that can send and receive data while driving or riding a motorcycle.