At this time of year, drivers have been issued several warnings when it comes to getting behind the wheel as well as what to do beforehand.
The warnings comes as we are seeing temperatures across the UK - including Edinburgh - plummet with many waking up to chilly conditions of minus five, and in some cases as low as -15C.
Just recently AA experts, according to Glasgow Live, warned drivers that they should be careful when it comes to Christmas decorations in their car.
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They warn that an obstruction of more than 4cm could land you with a failed MOT adding that "realistically you’ll probably be told by your mechanic to remove the decorations attached to your rear-view mirror before the MOT takes place."
Not only that but those with a driving licence are being reminded that they need to change the dilution of their screen wash ratio depending on the time of the year. The expert explains: "Too much water could end up freezing your windscreen washer system, as dilution ratios for winter weather are completely different from the summer."
But it doesn't stop there as in addition to this, drivers who are using the wrong lights could be breaking the law. And as we enter the winter season, the increase in rain, frost and snow can make journeys increasingly difficult. Because of this, car lease comparison site Moneyshake are warning drivers of what they should - and shouldn't be doing.
The experts say: "Drivers should be sure to be using dipped headlights during the winter months- day or night. Switching them on will also ensure the rear lights are on, so drivers will be more visible from the front and back.
"Rule 113 of the Highway Code states that drivers are required to use dipped headlights whenever visibility is seriously reduced."
Eben Lovatt, CEO of the car leasing comparison site Moneyshake explains that “if motorists rely on their low-level lights in poor visibility, instead of using dipped headlights, it could land them a £50 on-the-spot fine if stopped by police.”
Drivers should also be careful when using their fog lights, according to Moneyshake as they can have a dangerous impact on other drivers.
They continue: "Rule 236 of the Highway Code states that you must not use front or rear fog lights unless visibility is seriously reduced as they dazzle other road users and can obscure your brake lights.
Eben adds that “not only is this dangerous, but you could again receive a fixed penalty notice of a £50”
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