The Highway Code 2026

The Highway Code, including:

• new laws for death by dangerous driving incidents
• use of mobile phones when driving
• rules about pedestrians at junctions
• information about self-driving cars

We are licensed by the DVSA to reproduce the Highway Code so our copy holds exactly the same information as the official book. The advantage of this version however is that updates go into the book as soon as we hear about them. So you won't find a more up to date copy!

• Buy the most up to date copy you can get your hands on.
• Stay up to date with the latest rules.

This Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales and is essential reading for everyone who uses the road.

Wording of The Highway Code

Many of the rules in the Code are legal requirements, and if you disobey these rules you are committing a criminal offence. You could also receive a fine, in addition to recieving penalty points on your licence, or even end up with a driving disqualification. In the most serious cases however, you may be sent to prison.

However, failure to comply with the other rules of the Code will not, in itself, mean a prosecution, The Highway Code may however be used in evidence in any court proceedings under the Traffic Acts to establish liability.

Knowing and Applying the Rules

Knowing and applying the rules contained in The Highway Code could significantly reduce road casualties. But cutting the number of deaths and injuries that occur on our roads every day is a responsibility we all share. The Highway Code can help us discharge that responsibility but only if we follow its rules.

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