Overview
- Drivers can receive up to £1,000 fines and six penalty points if firework residue on windscreens or mirrors impairs visibility.
- Improperly transporting fireworks in a vehicle can result in a £300 fine and six penalty points, according to expert warnings.
- The government’s Be Safe, Not Sorry campaign recommends a minimum 100m by 50m dropping zone from display areas to prevent debris settling on cars.
- Parliamentary evidence indicates roughly 4.6 million people host private displays, increasing risks for vehicles parked at homes.
- Experts advise using garages or sheltered parking, fitting window covers, and carrying washer fluid to keep vehicles roadworthy during displays.