Attitude

When is it acceptable to sound your horn while driving in a built-up area at night?

To greet a friend you notice on the pavement
To let a pedestrian know it's safe to cross
Only to alert another road user to a danger
Correct
To express annoyance at another driver's mistake

Why?

Rule 112 of The Highway Code says the horn should only be used to warn other road users of your presence when necessary, never to greet people, show anger, or as a signal to pedestrians. In a built-up area you must not sound it between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am unless another vehicle poses a danger.

Highway Code rule 112

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