Highway Code warning as 'alarming' fake books 'putting drivers at risk of accidents'

dailyrecord.co.uk:

Motorists have been warned about fake Highway Code books that could lead to dangerous situations on the road. Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is looking to crack down on fakes appearing 'almost identical' to the official Highway Code - except they contain misinformation about road safety.

Not only could the fake copies lead to a failed theory or practical test, they may also cause drivers to unknowingly commit an offence on the road or get into an accident.

The motoring body has also pointed out that well-known retail websites host many sellers and that consumers need to ensure the sellers are reputable.

Consumers should also consider buying physical copies of The Highway Code from trusted local bookshops - and not 'unscrupulous' retailers, said the DVSA."The misinformation in the fake version of The Highway Code is alarming," said Mark Winn, DVSA's Chief Driving Examiner.He continued: "It puts road users at risk of breaking the law or, even worse, having an accident.