Urgent advice issued to drivers as rain batters the UK amid warnings

Use fog lights when necessary

Fog lights are installed to make a vehicle more visible in poor visibility conditions such as fog, heavy rain or snow. If visibility is less than 100m, drivers should put the fog lights on. They should also remember to switch the fog lights off when visibility improves as this could result in a £50 fine.

Tom Hixon, Head of Instructor Support, from Bill Plant Driving School, said: “Driving in the winter months can require a few changes to your technique to ensure you are driving as safely and efficiently as possible.

“Ice can be a common risk during these colder months, with black ice taking drivers by surprise.

“Knowing how to control and correct a skid is crucial for driver safety – the best way to do this is to remove your foot from the accelerator and steer into the skid; for example, if the vehicle is sliding to the left, steer to the left, this will bring you out of the skid.

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