Motorists have been warned they could face a £2,500 fine and driving disqualification for moving out of the way of an ambulance.
Motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk have told UK drivers they risk breaking traffic laws and being prosecuted for letting an emergency vehicle pass.
Motorists could risk being charged with careless driving if they fail to follow road rules, even if they are moving out of the way of an emergency vehicle.
Rule 219 of the Highway Code says motorists must take the appropriate action to let an emergency vehicle pass, while still complying with all traffic signs, Bristol Live reports. Read more: Audi driver went 150mph as child, 3, sat on passenger's KNEE before smashing into lamppost Motorists could be fined £2,500, given a driving disqualification and handed penalty points for moving out of the way for a blue light vehicle in the wrong circumstances.