23 hours ago, Warrior193 said:

It is actually a statutory requirement in the UK to indicate lane changes - especially on motorways.

 

4 hours ago, Winston_Woof said:

Previously you categorically stated (and I quote) : "It is actually a statutory requirement in the UK to indicate lane changes - especially on motorways."

Careless/Inconsiderate driving is *NOT* a statutory requirement that says you *MUST* indicate lane changes and wasn't the question that was asked ((also  misuse of indicators as a careless/inconsiderate driving offence is a bit of a stretch, theoretically maybe? in actuality ?)

Could you please cite a source for the original statement (I've already linked to the Highway code a few posts up) .

ALso has anyone actually been prosecuted for not using their indicators I wonder (links to relevant sources also appreciated)?

Careless/Inconsiderate driving is such a "woolly" offence as demonstrated here  at the CPS Website

 

Are you sure it was me?

12 minutes ago, Stonekeeper said:

 

 

Are you sure it was me?

I do apologies , it was @Warrior193 

Not enough caffeine in the system ;o)

@Paws4Thot

Too many drivers indicate to show where they have come from & assume an indicator gives priority to barge in. Often accompanied by little or no observation.

 

Same when entering a dual carriageway/motorway. They are unable to accelerate to enter just in front or pace themselves to slot in behind. Give way means just that, either at a junction or entering a motorway.

 

Pointless indicating when there are no road users to benefit is often accompanied by a lack of observation.

 

 

Edited 4 July, 20241 yr by mday

 

 

Something I was taught many years ago:

 

the only thing you know for certain when an indicator is flashing is that the bulb is working. 

Intermittently. 

@mday I think I am in agreement with you. I'll note that I have had complaints from my sister about my going down a motorway sliproad at a signposted 40mph limit, reaching the 70mph board, and using my Octavia's midrange torque to join the carriageway at 70mph.