DRIVERS have been warned that playing I-Spy in their car could land them a £5,000 fine.
Long car journeys can be a bit dull, so if you’re heading off somewhere with the kids on board, you might want to pass the time by playing a game.
Drivers have been warned that playing I-Spy in their car could land them a £5,000 fineAlamy
I Spy is a popular choice, particularly with children, as the game’s rules are easy to understand and everyone can join in the fun.
The entertaining game sees players challenging fellow participants to guess what they have spotted using only the first letter of its name as the clue.
However, motoring experts at Select Car Leasing have warned drivers to take care before they become too wrapped up in the game.
Graham Conway, managing director of Select Car Leasing, told Daily Records: “I Spy is a staple of many road trips with family or friends, something everyone can get involved in without too much of a headache.
“However, the word game can spell trouble for drivers who get too distracted and take their eyes off the road for too long.
“The situation can change in the blink of an eye on the motorway, while local roads can prove unpredictable with cars pulling out and pedestrians crossing the carriageway.
“And that means if you are not fully immersed in the task of driving safely, even for a moment, you can become a danger to other road users.”
If caught driving without due care and attention, motorists can be hit with a £100 fine and three penalty points.
But, if a more serious incident were to occur due to a driver being distracted, they could face a financial penalty of up to £5,000, nine points on their licence, a driving ban and even a day in court.
Mr Conway added: “Even if you’re in standstill traffic, the Highway Code is very clear on the rules on handheld devices when in charge of a vehicle.
“It’s illegal to hold and use a phone, sat nav, tablet or any device that can send or receive data while driving or riding a motorcycle.
“This includes texting, making calls, taking photos or videos, and browsing the web. You can get up to six points on your licence and a £200 fine.”
This comes after drivers were warned about an often-overlooked basic car check that could cost them a huge fine.
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