Drivers make common Christmas car mistake – and some can lead to 'major consequences'

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As the festive season approaches, many people across the globe are beginning to deck their homes with Christmas decorations.

Some Christmas enthusiasts even go as far as decorating their cars in anticipation of December 25th. One such individual is Laura-Ann, known as @allthatspretty on TikTok, who recently shared a video captioned "Is it time again?!" In the clip, she can be seen embellishing her vehicle with an enormous wreath, tinsel, bows, and foliage.

She humorously suggested her Land Rover Defender's spare tyre at the back was there specifically for this purpose.However, while car decoration may seem like harmless fun, experts from GAP insurance provider ALA Insurance issued a warning - although not illegal, they stressed "there are strict safety regulations that must be followed".The experts highlighted any decorations obstructing the driver's view or distracting other road users could lead to severe penalties.

For instance, obscuring your vision with lights or ornaments could result in a fine of up to £1,000 and three penalty points on your licence - which isn't very Christmassy.Moreover, unsecured decorations that fall off and pose hazards for other road users could lead to fines of up to £5,000 or even a court appearance.Charlotte Adams of ALA's Customer Support Team, warned: "Many drivers are unaware that festive decorations could be classified as vehicle modifications.