The common road rules and signs most drivers 'don't understand' and the new ones many haven't heard of
manchestereveningnews.co.ukDriving in Manchester can be stressful at the best of times. And just to make make matters all the more confusing, earlier this year the Highway Code underwent changes aimed at making our roads more pedestrian and cyclist friendly.
But despite these rules coming into force more than three months ago, research carried out by Vanarama has revealed that more than half of Brits were unaware of the new Highway Code – putting them at risk of crashes, penalty points, fines and more, MyLondon reports.
To help you stay safe on the roads, here’s a comprehensive list of the most misunderstood rules and signs, most likely to land you with hefty fines. READ MORE: Should cyclists need to have insurance?
Let us know your thoughts Pedestrians now have right of way at junctions As of January 29, pedestrians have priority over vehicles and cyclists when crossing road junctions, meaning when cars or bikes are turning into or out of a junction, they must stop for people on foot – even if they haven’t begun crossing.
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