Drivers have been warned that they could face hefty fines this winter if they fail to prepare their car properly for the road when ice and snow arrive.
It can be a time-consuming task to clear snow and ice from your vehicle, and some may be tempted not to do a thorough job if they have to rush out on the morning commute. But if you don't make sure you fully clear windscreens and windows, this is seen as posing a safety risk on the road and you could land yourself in trouble with the law.
The Highway Code states that you must be able to see out of every window in your vehicle when driving in adverse weather conditions by law. This means that failing to properly clear ice or snow from your car before you drive could land you a staggering £2,500 fine and three penalty points, no matter how short a journey you're making, BirminghamLive reports.
