With temperatures set to soar over the coming days, drivers are being warned that being dehydrated at the wheel can be as dangerous as drink-driving. In fact, experts from Leasing Options have said that motorists risk a £1,000 fine if they cannot properly control their vehicle due to dehydration symptoms such as dizziness and loss of focus.
Research carried out by Loughborough University found that even a mild form of dehydration is the equivalent of being over the limit when calculating errors in driving. Signs of dehydration include dizziness or light-headedness, headaches, tiredness and dry mouth, lips, and eyes.
If you are dehydrated, you will likely experience one of these symptoms - and they could have a big impact on your driving ability. Any of these could lead to a £1,000 fine for failure to have proper control of the vehicle.
