Is it law to wear sunglasses while driving in sunny weather?
It isn’t mandatory to wear sunglasses when it is sunny but failure to wear sunglasses could result in a prosecution for careless driving in some situations. Rule 237 of the Highway Code deals with driving in hot weather and states “If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, slow down and if necessary, stop.” Careless driving carries between 3-9 penalty points and a hefty fine if convicted but that may not be the only consequence of failing to wear your sunglasses behind the wheel on a sunny day. If you have an accident that causes damage to another person or property because you were blinded by the sunshine and were not wearing glasses, you will almost definitely be liable to pay compensation through the civil courts. Our advice is to get some glasses, even if the sun only shines for one month of the year! 2.Can I operate my convertible roof while driving? Make sure you have plenty of refreshments before you set off on that journey when it is sunny because you could find that you get done
