New Highway Code rules are expected to result in more ‘crash for cash’ insurance claims, according to a dash cam manufacturer.
The UK could face an increase in fraudulent driving claims, as experienced in China, Russia and Japan as the rule changes may “lower the barriers for potential fraudsters”, the firm warns.
A massive 500% increase in dash cam sales has already been reported by the brand Nextbase since the updated code came into force on Saturday (January 29), WalesOnline reports.
Among the changes, car, van and lorry drivers will all have significantly more responsibility for the safety of other road users. READ MORE: All drivers without a private parking space risk being fined £70 under a proposed new law Cyclists have also been encouraged to ride in the centre of lanes on quiet roads and approaching junctions.
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