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However, the sanction could become a lot worse if the breakdown leads to a road traffic accident. Depending on the circumstances, motorists could be handed up to nine penalty points on record as well as an unlimited fine.<\/p>\n
Neil Greig, Director of Policy and research at IAMRoadSmart has previously called out road users who take the risk of driving with little fuel.<\/p>\n
He stressed breaking down on busy roads is \u201cvery high risk\u201d and could lead to a serious collision. He explained: \u201cWe have very little sympathy for drivers who run out of fuel on the motorway.<\/p>\n
DON’T MISS <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n “There is no excuse for entering a motorway with low fuel or if you know something is wrong with your car.<\/p>\n “A breakdown puts you and your passengers at very high risk \u2013 many fatal crashes on a motorway involve a stationary vehicle.”<\/p>\n Many drivers may not be aware that heading off on a journey with insufficient fuel is also a breach of the Highway Code.<\/p>\n Rule 97 reads: \u201cBefore setting off. You must ensure \u2013 that you have sufficient fuel for your journey, especially if it includes motorway driving.”<\/p>\n The AA has claimed it attended over 10,500 breakdowns where drivers had simply run out of fuel or electrical charge last year.<\/p>\n However, Both the RAC and AA stress running out of fuel is covered as part of their breakdown plans.<\/p>\n The RAC explained: \u201cYes, you\u2019re covered if you run out of fuel as part of your breakdown cover. We\u2019ll just charge you for any fuel you need to get going again.<\/p>\n \u201cIf you have an electric car and you run out of charge, you\u2019re also covered. We\u2019ll either give you a 10-mile boost \u2013 or we\u2019ll tow you 10 miles to a charge point.\u201d<\/p>\n
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