Leaving your car engine running while stationary is a little-known Highway Code rule that could land you in trouble with the law - and an expert has issued a warning
Millions of drivers are being warned that they could be breaking a Highway Code rule every day in the coming months. The 'offence' is leaving your car idling, or keeping the engine running when you're not in the car.
According to the code, the correct action is to apply the handbrake and turn off the engine, even though this rarely happens in reality. It's acceptable to keep the engine running in frequently moving traffic. Swansway Motor Group experts have highlighted a key point for drivers regarding engine idling: "Under Highway Code Rule 123, drivers must not leave a parked vehicle unattended with the engine running unless necessary, such as when waiting in traffic. This rule aims to reduce emissions and minimise health risks. The Road Traffic Act 1988 makes idling an offence, with fines for non-compliance. However, fines may soon increase as councils try to deter idling more effectively.
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