Drivers are being warned to take the dangers of ‘portholing’ seriously, after new research has revealed that most admit they have broken this law. Portholing is a driving offence where motorists do not fully clear the windows of their car from ice, frost or snow – in some cases leaving just a small ‘porthole’ to see out of.
Over half of UK motorists admit they have done this, risking a fine of £60 – rising to £2,500 if their vehicle is deemed dangerous – and three points on their licence.
Whilst the research - from Halfords - suggests motorists are taking a lax attitude towards this, multiple reports of police fining drivers for this offence during the December cold snap suggests some forces across the country could be cracking down on the issue.
