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Please people; don't use your fog lights when they're not needed! The clue is in the name. They're not:
it's a bit dark lamps
I can't see to the end of the universe lamps
i'm half asleep so you must be too lamps
there's a tiny bit of mist lamps
If visability were that bad, should you be doing 90mph down the outside lane?
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From the Highway Code:
https://www.gov.uk/driving-adverse-weather-conditions-226-to-237/fog-234-to-236" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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it's a bit dark lamps
I can't see to the end of the universe lamps
i'm half asleep so you must be too lamps
there's a tiny bit of mist lamps
If visability were that bad, should you be doing 90mph down the outside lane?
:evil:
From the Highway Code:
https://www.gov.uk/driving-adverse-weather-conditions-226-to-237/fog-234-to-236" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
226
You MUST use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced, generally when you cannot see for more than 100 metres (328 feet). You may also use front or rear fog lights but you MUST switch them off when visibility improves (see Rule 236).
235
When driving in fog you should
use your lights as required (see Rule 226)
keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front. Rear lights can give a false sense of security
be able to pull up well within the distance you can see clearly. This is particularly important on motorways and dual carriageways, as vehicles are travelling faster
use your windscreen wipers and demisters
beware of other drivers not using headlights
not accelerate to get away from a vehicle which is too close behind you
check your mirrors before you slow down. Then use your brakes so that your brake lights warn drivers behind you that you are slowing down
stop in the correct position at a junction with limited visibility and listen for traffic. When you are sure it is safe to emerge, do so positively and do not hesitate in a position that puts you directly in the path of approaching vehicles.
236
You MUST NOT use front or rear fog lights unless visibility is seriously reduced (see Rule 226) as they dazzle other road users and can obscure your brake lights. You MUST switch them off when visibility improves.
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