When travelling in fog, drivers should avoid using one particular headlight setting (Image: Getty)
Motorists have been when travelling in fog which could worsen visibility and .
Whilst are starting to rise, many motorists have experienced heavy fog during their travels, creating a new set of risks for drivers on even the most familiar journeys.
To help Brits stay safe in thick fog, a motoring expert from the services finder has warned that to full beam will only .
They advised: “While it may be tempting to use your full beams when visibility worsens, you should avoid this. The fog will actually reflect the light back and even further.
“Alongside this, although there are no laws directly relating to using full beams, if you do have them on at the wrong time and dazzle other road users, you could get points on your licence for driving without due care and attention.”
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Using full-beam headlights will create a reflection in the fog, further reducing visibility (Image: Getty)
Whilst drivers typically turn on their full beam lights to improve visibility in most driving conditions, doing so in the fog will only result in a reflection, making it even harder to see.
In addition, motorists using full beam run the risk of dazzling oncoming traffic, increasing the likelihood of serious accidents and potentially causing fines of up to £5,000 and nine penalty points on their licence.
Instead, if the fog means that a driver cannot see more than 100 metres in front of them, they should turn on the fog lights and use main beam.
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Similarly, Yell also urged drivers to avoid listening to music at loud volume whilst travelling in fog to reduce the risk of feeling distracted behind the wheel.
They continued: “While most drivers enjoy popping on a playlist during their drive to work, the Highway Code indicated that driving with your music playing too loudly could be cause for distraction.
“There’s no legal limit on how loud you can play your music, but if an incident occurs, you could face penalties for distracted driving. In foggy conditions, minimising distractions is crucial, and being able to hear traffic you can’t see is especially important for safety.”