While it may be frustrating, many people are unaware that this small road habit is also illegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Driving in the middle lane when not passing another vehicle is an offence known as lane hogging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is because the habit is considered as careless driving, much like driving too close to another vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you receive a fixed penalty notice, you could face a \u00a3100 fine and three penalty points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since 2013, police have acquired the authority to issue on-the-spot penalties to vehicles who cruise in the center lane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
New traffic laws are constantly being enacted, and the implementation of smart highways may result in tougher penalties for lane hogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The right-hand lanes allow you to pass a car that is travelling slower than you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to Highway Code Rule 264, “you should always travel in the left lane while the road ahead is clear.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are passing several slow-moving vehicles, return to the left lane as soon as you are safely passed.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To overtake, pull into the center or outside lane, then return to the left lane as soon as feasible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you linger in the center lane, other drivers may be unable to overtake behind you, causing traffic congestion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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