for the thickies, front fog lights are high intensity beams, hence why it is illegal to use them as driving lights;
Road Rule 217 states that drivers must not use front or rear fog lights unless driving in fog or other hazardous weather conditions that cause reduced visibility. They must be switched on separate from the main beam (high beam) and dipped beam (passing) headlights.
Fog lights should only be used in hazardous weather conditions. Drivers should familiarise themselves with the dashboard warning symbols so that they do not inadvertently switch these lights on.
Is it ever against the law to drive with your fog lights on?
Yes, the Road Vehicles Lighting Regulations 1989 prohibits the use of front and rear fog lights to dazzle other drivers when visibility is not reduced or when the vehicle is parked. Using fog lights in drizzle and rain is therefore not allowed.
You are even eligible for a fine from the police if caught.
Once the fog has lifted, switch off your fog lights. There will be symbol on your car’s dashboard or on the fog light button itself: it’s normally an amber indicator for rear fog lights and a green one for front fog lights.
Due regard to other road users, is not the motto this driver follows; tailing me with fog lights on in clear conditions (which is illegal), being blinded whilst driving is not something I enjoy, when asked to switch off his fog lights the driver gets irate, overtakes & brake checks you, then asks you to pull over for I presume more violent behaviour, driver needs to grow up & act responsibly
Fog lights point down at the ground, you can complain about people having them on while its not foggy. But caliming to being dazzled by them is probably just a false claim, or maybe you should get your eyes tested for photophobia.
for the thickies, front fog lights are high intensity beams, hence why it is illegal to use them as driving lights;
Road Rule 217 states that drivers must not use front or rear fog lights unless driving in fog or other hazardous weather conditions that cause reduced visibility. They must be switched on separate from the main beam (high beam) and dipped beam (passing) headlights.
Fog lights should only be used in hazardous weather conditions. Drivers should familiarise themselves with the dashboard warning symbols so that they do not inadvertently switch these lights on.