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Nottingham Post
Nottingham Post
Technology
Julia Banim & Mia O'Hare

Expert warns drivers could be hit with £1,000 fine for using common 'thank you' gesture

A warning has been issued to drivers as they could be fined £1,000 for using a common 'thank you' gesture. Many drivers pride themselves on being a polite and considerate road user but this one gesture could backfire.

According to a driving expert, politeness could be a driver's downfall. Drivers across the UK often signify to others their gratitude either when being let into a junction or permitted to pass.

The Mirror reports some drivers show their thanks by waving, holding a hand up or flashing their headlights. However, Comparethemarket motoring expert Julie Daniels has cautioned drivers against using a common 'thank you' gesture, warning that they could risk incurring fines of plus three penalty points, DevonLive reports.

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