A huge overhaul of the Highway Code was brought in at the end of January, designed at making roads safer for everyone who uses them. However, three-fifths (61 percent) still haven’t read the changes, according to a survey by AA Accident Assist.
Only 39 percent had read the rules, a slight increase from 33 percent of drivers who were asked the same question in January this year.
More than half of the 13,000 survey participants had heard about the changes to the Highway Code but had not had time to read them yet.
One in 10 drivers between the ages of 18 to 54 were completely unaware of the changes to the Code.
In comparison, one in 20 older drivers over the age of 55 knew about the changes.
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The research also found that some cycling-related rules had been misremembered, with more than a quarter believing cyclists must ride in the centre of the lane.
Cyclists were given fresh guidance to ride in the centre of a lane on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic and at the approach to junctions in order to make themselves as clearly visible as possible.
They were also reminded that they can ride two abreast, as has always been the case, as it can be safer in large groups or with children.
However, they must be aware of drivers behind them and allow them to overtake if it is safe to do so.
Meanwhile, 14 percent falsely believe that electric car owners are required to sound their horn prior to overtaking cyclists and horse riders to make them aware of their presence.
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