Motorists have been warned that a common 'thank you' gesture could lead to a hefty £1,000 fine.
Simply taking your hands off of the steering wheel even for a quick 'thank you' wave to a fellow driver is a fineable offence. Even so, some 60 percent of drivers admit to doing this gesture, which could also see them hit with three penalty points.
Comparethemarket motoring expert Julie Daniels has cautioned drivers against using the common 'thank you' gesture.
