"Drivers must be aware of the rules of the road to help keep everyone safe and avoid mishaps like splashing pedestrians, that could end up costing them thousands or adding points to their licence. Motorists need to be extra careful when travelling in the rain, slowing down to allow more time to react to unknown situations and doubling the following distance from the vehicle in front to four seconds, as the vehicle will take longer to come to a stop on the wet road."
"Keep in mind that puddles may be deeper than they initially seem so keep an eye out for standing water on the road edge and be ready to react - it's also sensible to test your brakes regularly when there is surface water. If the car aquaplanes, it's best to avoid hitting the brake and ease off the accelerator gently with the steering wheel held straight and steady until you can feel contact with the road again."
Splashing pedestrians by driving through puddles is illegal under section three of the Road Traffic Act 1988 and constitutes driving without reasonable consideration for other road users. The Highway Code requires motorists to drive with due care and attention toward pedestrians. Penalties for splashing pedestrians include a £100 fine and three penalty points, while more serious offences for driving without reasonable consideration can attract fines up to £5,000. Drivers should use dipped headlights, increase following distances to four seconds in wet conditions, slow down, watch for standing water, test brakes regularly, and ease off the accelerator if the car aquaplanes rather than braking.
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