Drivers warned not to make common mistake in the rain or risk £5,000 fine

Motorists have been urged to take care when driving in wet conditions, as one common mistake could land you with a fine of up to £5,000 and points on your licence

As the UK braces for more wet weather , drivers are being told to stay vigilant of one little-known rule that could land them a fine of up to £5,000. After a cold week with snow in some areas, parts of the UK were battered by rain this weekend, which is set to continue into next week.

Brits are no strangers to the rain, and most drivers in the UK will know how to navigate the roads when they're wet. But did you know there is one thing you should never do when it's raining, or you could end up with a £5,000 fine? Many motorists had no idea the rule existed, and it has nothing to do with how you interact with other cars .