TRNSMT goers warned to avoid driving fines this weekend
TRNSMT goers planning to drive to the Glasgow festival this weekend are being warned to avoid fines. Motorists should take extra care behind the wheel in order to stay safe and prevent landing themselves in trouble with the law.
Scotland's biggest festival begins at Glasgow Green tomorrow for the eighth time. Around 50,000 music fans are expected to attend each day and several may be arriving by car.
Motoring experts at Tiger.co.uk are warning anyone driving to the festival to avoid overloading cars, check tyre pressure and ensure they're not over the drink-drive limit when heading home.
The designated drivers having to get behind the wheel after the festival are also being urged to get enough rest before driving home to ensure they're not driving while fatigued or still under the influence.
Driving under the influence can lead to an unlimited fine, imprisonment and a driving ban. It's recommended that drivers bring a breathalyser to the festival to make sure they're below the legal limit.
Experts believe the morning after is particularly dangerous as people assume sleep and a good breakfast will make them sober enough to drive, however this is not the case. Time is the only thing that will remove alcohol from the body and many people may still be over the legal limit to drive the next morning.
Ian Wilson, Managing Director and car insurance expert at Tiger.co.uk said: 'With many Brits planning to travel to and from festivals this summer, it's crucial to prioritise road safety to avoid turning a fun weekend into a costly or dangerous experience.
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'With many festival-goers deciding to carpool to save money on fuel on a long journey, there's a higher risk of overloading the car without even realising it. The combined weight of extra passengers and everyone's luggage, tents and other camping equipment can quickly exceed the vehicle's maximum payload, which can seriously affect the car's handling and lead to fines.
'We also strongly recommend that anyone getting behind the wheel after a festival uses a personal breathalyser to be certain they're under the legal limit.
'Designated drivers should also consider delaying setting off if they're feeling too tired after the festival, as drowsy driving can be just as dangerous as driving under the influence.'
Overloading vehicles can have a significant impact on road safety and is punishable by a fine of up to £300, as it could cause serious instability or loss of control.
When loading the boot, it's also important to ensure that any items aren't blocking the back window, as this can cause obstructed visibility. While this is not illegal if the car has two fully functional wing mirrors, it can still compromise the view of the road behind and make reversing or changing lanes more dangerous. If an incident occurs and the driver is found not to have clear visibility from all windows, it could void the insurance and lead to penalty points and a fine of up to £1000.
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