Leading motorist groups have joined forces to fight back for control of the roads as they called for changes to the new Highway Code.

The Alliance of British Drivers, FairFuelUK and Motorcycle Action Group, operating under Voters For Motors, will meet Tuesday to hash out a plan to scrap the updated rules.

They said they want cyclists being encouraged to undertake and overtake vehicles shelved because they 'will cause more crashes'.

Riders are now told to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic and when approaching junctions to make themselves more visible.

The code, which changed yesterday, also says bikers should be aware of people driving behind them and allow them to overtake when it is safe to do so.

The rules also introduce a 'hierarchy of road users', meaning someone driving will have more responsibility to watch out for people cycling, walking, or riding a horse.

They are supposed to boost protection for cyclists and pedestrians despite concerns that millions of drivers are unaware of the changes.

But drivers were left fuming at the changes, with rows breaking out online between drivers who believe the rules amount to cyclists 'taking over the roads' and bikers who accuse motorists of being dangerous.

Voters for Motors said they planned to assemble on Tuesday over Zoom to discuss how they can challenge the new Highway Code.

A spokesman for ABD told MailOnline: 'Our concerns over the Highway Code include the fact that encouraging the undertaking and overtaking of vehicles intending to turn by cyclists will cause more crashes that drivers will be blamed for under the new ''hierarchy of road users''.'
Cyclists are pictured out in Richmond today on the first weekend of the new Highway Code rules being brought in

Cyclists are pictured out in Richmond today on the first weekend of the new Highway Code rules being brought in
One cyclist is seen going past a junction in Richmond by pulling out in front of a car while two others remain close to the kerb

One cyclist is seen going past a junction in Richmond by pulling out in front of a car while two others remain close to the kerb
Two cyclists are pictured hogging the road around Richmond, west London, as they headed out on Sunday morning

Two cyclists are pictured hogging the road around Richmond, west London, as they headed out on Sunday morning
This Graphic shows how the Highway Code will change in relation to drivers and cyclists taking effect from yesterday, including new right of way for pedestrians at junctions

This Graphic shows how the Highway Code will change in relation to drivers and cyclists taking effect from yesterday, including new right of way for pedestrians at junctions

The hierarchy of road users is a pyramid scheme of protection to keep those who are most vulnerable safe
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Motorists yesterday complained cyclists deliberately hogged the centre of the road, causing pile-ups of traffic behind them after the rules came into force.

Car and cycling organisations warned many drivers are unaware of the changes to the rules and urged ministers to launch a public awareness campaign.

Charity Cycling UK welcomed the new code, but also warned that drivers and cyclists needed to be aware of the changes, according to the Telegraph.

Duncan Dollimore, the head of campaigns for Cycling UK, said any confusion about the rules would 'squander' any chance to make the roads safer.

He added: 'We can't expect everyone who has passed their test to telepathically know let alone accept these changes at the stroke of midnight.'

The Department of Transport's road safety offshoot Think! is set to launch a communications drive in February, with more activity in the summer.

Meanwhile, drivers vented their fury at cyclists, who have been given greater freedom on the road after the major revamp of the Highway Code.

Under the new rules, cyclists are now advised to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic, and when approaching junctions, to make themselves as visible as possible.

The code also says cyclists should be aware of people driving behind them and allow them to overtake when it is safe to do so.

The new measures are supposed to boost protection for cyclists and pedestrians despite concerns millions of drivers are unaware of the changes.
Steve Bulley, the vice president of the Dorchester Chamber of Business, vented his fury at a group of cyclists who he says refused to let cars pass for eight miles

Steve Bulley, the vice president of the Dorchester Chamber of Business, vented his fury at a group of cyclists who he says refused to let cars pass for eight miles
As the row over changes to the Highway Code erupted this weekend, a cyclist reposted a video from February 2021 showing a row between him and a driver who beeped at him. The cylist screams at the driver to 'read your hgighway code

As the row over changes to the Highway Code erupted this weekend, a cyclist reposted a video from February 2021 showing a row between him and a driver who beeped at him. The cylist screams at the driver to 'read your hgighway code
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As the row over changes to the Highway Code erupted this weekend, a video from February 2021 showing a row between a cyclist and a driver circulated on social media.

In the footage, a motorist overtakes a cyclist and beeps the horn, to which the cyclist responds by saying he was 'too close' and needs to leave 'a metre and a half'.

The cyclist told the driver that he was 'wrong' and to 'read the Highway Code' as the pair got into a heated dispute before the van drove off.

Under the new code, when overtaking cyclists riding at speeds up to 30mph, a driver should leave at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) of space, and even more if the motorist is passing at higher speeds.

Motorists complained about cyclists deliberately hogging the centre of the road, causing pile-ups of traffic behind them, after the rules came into force.

Steve Bulley, the vice president of the Dorchester Chamber of Business, said a group of cyclists stayed in the centre of the road for eight miles.
Under the major revamp of the Highway Code, cyclists are now advised to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic, and when approaching junctions

Under the major revamp of the Highway Code, cyclists are now advised to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic, and when approaching junctions
Cyclists are already asserting their new powers as they took to the middle of the road legally for the first time yesterday (pictured, Richmond) after a major revamp of the Highway Code

Cyclists are already asserting their new powers as they took to the middle of the road legally for the first time yesterday (pictured, Richmond) after a major revamp of the Highway Code
A cyclist in Richmond takes to the streets after the new measures were introduced to boost protection for cyclists and pedestrians yesterday

A cyclist in Richmond takes to the streets after the new measures were introduced to boost protection for cyclists and pedestrians yesterday

He said: 'The day cyclist took over the roads. This lots refused to let cars past for 8 miles looking back and laughing. #cycling #HighwayCode #selfish.'

The new guidance means traffic should give way when pedestrians are crossing or waiting to cross at junctions.

A hierarchy of road users is also being introduced, meaning someone driving will have more responsibility to watch out for people cycling, walking, or riding a horse, and cyclists will have more responsibility to be aware of pedestrians.

An AA survey of more than 13,700 drivers carried out earlier this month indicated that 33 per cent were unaware of the changes, including 4 per cent who had 'no intention' of looking at the details.

RAC head of roads policy Nicholas Lyes warned the 'substantial' changes carry a risk of sparking 'angry clashes and, worse still, unnecessary collisions' unless all road users are aware of them.

On 30/01/2022 08:52 pm, swldx...@gmail.com wrote:

> Leading motorist groups have joined forces to fight back for control of the roads as they called for changes to the new Highway Code.
>
> The Alliance of British Drivers, FairFuelUK and Motorcycle Action Group, operating under Voters For Motors, will meet Tuesday to hash out a plan to scrap the updated rules.
>
> They said they want fairy-cyclists being encouraged to undertake and overtake vehicles shelved because they 'will cause more crashes'.
>
> Fairy-riders are now told to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic and when approaching junctions to make themselves more visible.r
>
> The code, which changed yesterday, also says fairy-bikers should be aware of people driving behind them and allow them to overtake when it is safe to do so.
>
> The rules also introduce a 'hierarchy of road users', meaning someone driving will have more responsibility to watch out for people cycling, walking, or riding a horse.
>
> They are supposed to boost protection for fairy-cyclists and pedestrians despite concerns that millions of drivers are unaware of the changes.
>
> But drivers were left fuming at the changes, with rows breaking out online between drivers who believe the rules amount to fairy-cyclists 'taking over the roads' and fairy-bikers who accuse motorists of being dangerous.
>
> Voters for Motors said they planned to assemble on Tuesday over Zoom to discuss how they can challenge the new Highway Code.
>
> A spokesman for ABD told MailOnline: 'Our concerns over the Highway Code include the fact that encouraging the undertaking and overtaking of vehicles intending to turn by fairy-cyclists will cause more crashes that drivers will be blamed for under the new ''hierarchy of road users''.'
> Fairy-cyclists are pictured out in Richmond today on the first weekend of the new Highway Code rules being brought in
>
> Fairy-cyclists are pictured out in Richmond today on the first weekend of the new Highway Code rules being brought in

> One fairy-cyclist is seen going past a junction in Richmond by pulling out in front of a car while two others remain close to the kerb
>
> One fairy-cyclist is seen going past a junction in Richmond by pulling out in front of a car while two others remain close to the kerb

> Two fairy-cyclists are pictured hogging the road around Richmond, west London, as they headed out on Sunday morning
>
> Two fairy-cyclists are pictured hogging the road around Richmond, west London, as they headed out on Sunday morning

> This Graphic shows how the Highway Code will change in relation to drivers and fairy-cyclists taking effect from yesterday, including new right of way for pedestrians at junctions
>
> This Graphic shows how the Highway Code will change in relation to drivers and fairy-cyclists taking effect from yesterday, including new right of way for pedestrians at junctions
>
> The hierarchy of road users is a pyramid scheme of protection to keep those who are most vulnerable safe

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> Motorists yesterday complained fairy-cyclists deliberately hogged the centre of the road, causing pile-ups of traffic behind them after the rules came into force.
>
> Car and fairy-cycling organisations warned many drivers are unaware of the changes to the rules and urged ministers to launch a public awareness campaign.
>
> Charity Fairy-Cycling UK welcomed the new code, but also warned that drivers and fairy-cyclists needed to be aware of the changes, according to the Telegraph.
>
> Duncan Dollimore, the head of campaigns for Fairy-Cycling UK, said any confusion about the rules would 'squander' any chance to make the roads safer.
>
> He added: 'We can't expect everyone who has passed their test to telepathically know let alone accept these changes at the stroke of midnight.'
>
> The Department of Transport's road safety offshoot Think! is set to launch a communications drive in February, with more activity in the summer.
>
> Meanwhile, drivers vented their fury at cyclists, who have been given greater freedom on the road after the major revamp of the Highway Code.
>
> Under the new rules, fairy-cyclists are now advised to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic, and when approaching junctions, to make themselves as visible as possible.
>
> The code also saysfairy- cyclists should be aware of people driving behind them and allow them to overtake when it is safe to do so.
>
> The new measures are supposed to boost protection for fairy-cyclists and pedestrians despite concerns millions of drivers are unaware of the changes.
> Steve Bulley, the vice president of the Dorchester Chamber of Business, vented his fury at a group of fairy-cyclists who he says refused to let cars pass for eight miles
>
> Steve Bulley, the vice president of the Dorchester Chamber of Business, vented his fury at a group of fairy-cyclists who he says refused to let cars pass for eight miles
> As the row over changes to the Highway Code erupted this weekend, a fairy-cyclist reposted a video from February 2021 showing a row between him and a driver who beeped at him. The fairy-cylist [sic] screams at the driver to 'read your hgighway [sic] code
>
> As the row over changes to the Highway Code erupted this weekend, a fairy-cyclist reposted a video from February 2021 showing a row between him and a driver who beeped at him. The fairy-cylist [sic] screams at the driver to 'read your hgighway [sic] code
> more videos
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> Watch video
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> Disqualified driver (IOW, a fully-qualified fairy-cyclist) nearly runs over young girl at zebra crossing
> Watch video
>
> 'Mr Loophole' says Highway Code changes 'lack common sense'
> Watch video
>
> Cressida Dick appears in hilarious Line of Duty-style spoof video
> Watch video
>
> Hero woman takes on weapon-wielding robber threatening shop owner
> Watch video
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> Watch video
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> Watch video
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> Watch video
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> Watch video
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> All seeing eye: Facebook's camera-enabled 'spy' glasses in action
> Watch video
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> Police on the scene after fight leads to stabbing in Doncaster
> Watch video
>
> Mass snowball fight breaks out in Washington Square Park
>
> As the row over changes to the Highway Code erupted this weekend, a video from February 2021 showing a row between a fairy-cyclist and a driver circulated on social media.
>
> In the footage, a motorist overtakes a fairy-cyclist and beeps the horn, to which the fairy-cyclist responds by saying he was 'too close' and needs to leave 'a metre and a half'.
>
> The fairy-cyclist told the driver that he was 'wrong' and to 'read the Highway Code' as the pair got into a heated dispute before the van drove off.
>
> Under the new code, when overtaking fairy-cyclists riding at speeds up to 30mph, a driver should leave at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) of space, and even more if the motorist is passing at higher speeds.
>
> Motorists complained about fairy-cyclists deliberately hogging the centre of the road, causing pile-ups of traffic behind them, after the rules came into force.
>
> Steve Bulley, the vice president of the Dorchester Chamber of Business, said a group of fairy-cyclists stayed in the centre of the road for eight miles.
> Under the major revamp of the Highway Code, fairy-cyclists are now advised to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic, and when approaching junctions
>
> Under the major revamp of the Highway Code, fairy-cyclists are now advised to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic, and when approaching junctions
> Fairy-cyclists are already asserting their new powers as they took to the middle of the road legally for the first time yesterday (pictured, Richmond) after a major revamp of the Highway Code
>
> Fairy-cyclists are already asserting their new powers as they took to the middle of the road legally for the first time yesterday (pictured, Richmond) after a major revamp of the Highway Code
> A fairy-cyclist in Richmond takes to the streets after the new measures were introduced to boost protection for fairy-cyclists and pedestrians yesterday
>
> A fairy-cyclist in Richmond takes to the streets after the new measures were introduced to boost protection for fairy-cyclists and pedestrians yesterday
>
> He said: 'The day fairy-cyclist took over the roads. This lots refused to let cars past for 8 miles looking back and laughing. #fairy-cycling #HighwayCode #selfish.'
>
> The new guidance means traffic should give way when pedestrians are crossing or waiting to cross at junctions.
>
> A hierarchy of road users is also being introduced, meaning someone driving will have more responsibility to watch out for people fairy-cycling, walking, or riding a horse, and fairy-cyclists will have more responsibility to be aware of pedestrians.
>
> An AA survey of more than 13,700 drivers carried out earlier this month indicated that 33 per cent were unaware of the changes, including 4 per cent who had 'no intention' of looking at the details.
>
> RAC head of roads policy Nicholas Lyes warned the 'substantial' changes carry a risk of sparking 'angry clashes and, worse still, unnecessary collisions' unless all road users are aware of them.
>
> He added: 'Nobody wants to be on the right side [sic] of the Highway Code changes but in the back of an ambulance because of confusion on the part of a driver or any other road user.'
>
> TEN HIGHWAY CODE CHANGES MOTORISTS NEED TO KNOW - INCLUDING NEW PRIORITY FOR FAIRY-CYCLISTS AND PEDESTRIANS AT JUNCTIONS
>
> by Rob Hull, Motoring Editor for MailOnline and ThisisMoney
>
> Fewer topics - other than lockdown parties at Number 10 - have been more hotly debated in 2022 so far than the changes to the Highway Code.
>
> A total of 50 rules have been added or updated in nine separate sections, with the most high-profile alterations being around protection to fairy-cyclists and pedestrians.
>
> The Government is to fund a new £500,000 Think! campaign across radio and social media to raise awareness for the changes to the rules, though it won't start until mid-February - almost a month after they are introduced.
>
> Such a significant overhaul of the guidance might, for some drivers, be a little overwhelming, so This is Money has listed the major changes that affect motorists and put them into their simplest terms.
> 1. There's a new 'hierarchy of road users'
>
> One of the most controversial changes to the Highway Code is the introduction of a new 'hierarchy of road users' - a pyramid scheme of protection to keep those who are most vulnerable safe.
>
> It means drivers of vehicles that can cause the greatest harm bear the most responsibility to take care of others around them.
> When travelling along more congested roads with faster moving vehicles, fairy-cyclists should keep at least half a metre (just over 1.5 feet) away from the kerb edge
>
> When travelling along more congested roads with faster moving vehicles, fairy-cyclists should keep at least half a metre (just over 1.5 feet) away from the kerb edge
>
> Essentially, the bigger and heavier the vehicle you drive, the more responsibility you have to reduce risk.
>
> It means HGV, truck and bus drivers have the most responsibility, followed by drivers of vans and minibuses, then cars and taxis, and next motorbike riders. Fairy-cyclists and horse riders also have more responsibility than pedestrians.
>
> The rule doesn't mean pedestrians can roam around the road believing they are cloaked by this invisible protection without a care in the world.
>
> The Highway Code update includes the line: 'The hierarchy does not remove the need for everyone to behave responsibly.'
> Fairy-cyclists are encouraged to ride in the middle of the road in some circumstances and, even if there is a fairy-cycle lane, they will not be obliged to use it
>
> Fairy-cyclists are encouraged to ride in the middle of the road in some circumstances and, even if there is a fairy-cycle lane, they will not be obliged to use it
> 2. Pedestrians have more right of way at junctions
>
> While pedestrians have always had the right of way if they're already in the road, this Highway Code update gives them even more rights at junctions.
>
> If a person is crossing or even waiting to cross at a junction, other traffic should give way. And if traffic is turning into the road that a pedestrian is crossing, they should wait and allow them to get to the other side.
>
> Rule makers have also provided a clarification about rights of way on zebra or parallel crossings (the latter being the same as a zebra crossing but with a fairy-cycle route that also crosses the road). It now states that all road users - including motorcyclists and fairy-cyclists - must give way to anyone walking or pedalling across these crossing types.
> 3. Fairy-cyclists can be in the middle of a lane in the road (even if there is a fairy-cycle lane)
>
> Updated guidance now provides fairy-cyclists with more rights to position themselves more prominently in the road.
>
> The Highway Code says fairy-cyclists can ride in the centre of their lane on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic and at the approach to junctions or road narrowings.
>
> When travelling along more congested roads with faster moving vehicles, fairy-cyclists should keep at least half a metre (just over 1.5 feet) away from the kerb edge - and can ride even closer to the middle of a lane where it is 'safer to do so'.
>
> All these above rules also apply when there is a fairy-cycle lane available, with fairy-cyclists not obliged to use it if they prefer not to.
>
> Away from the Highway Code, drivers in a town or city should also bear in mind that there is often a very good reason why fairy-cyclists aren't right up against the kerb. Road surfaces there tend to be riddled with potholes, drain covers and other imperfections that can make fairy-cycling close to the kerb dangerous, with no margin for error if cars are squeezing them in from the other side.
> Fairy-cyclists are within their right to fairy-cycle two-abreast in a single lane, and this is encouraged for large groups such as the one pictured
>
> Fairy-cyclists are within their right to fairy-cycle two-abreast in a single lane, and this is encouraged for large groups such as the one pictured
> 4. Groups of fairy-cyclists encouraged to ride two-abreast
>
> Additional advice is now given to fairy-cyclists riding in groups, with requests to be 'considerate of the needs of other road users' but also makes clear they can ride two abreast in a lane.
>
> In fact, the new wording encourages this in particular scenarios, such as in larger groups, or when accompanying children or less experienced riders.
>
> That said, when a vehicle is approaching from behind, groups of fairy-cyclists are told they have a duty to allow a driver to overtake, for example by reverting to single file or stopping.
> How much space do you need to give? Driver will need to leave 2 metres (or 6.5 feet) between their vehicle and people riding horses at speeds under 10mph
>
> How much space do you need to give? Driver will need to leave 2 metres (or 6.5 feet) between their vehicle and people riding horses at speeds under 10mph
> 5. Drivers should keep these distances from fairy-cyclists, horse riders and ramblers when passing
>
> Motorists need to have their mental tape measures at the ready, as yesterday's Highway Code update has a number of scenarios where they need to keep a certain distance from other road users.
>
> Firstly, when overtaking a fairy-cyclist or horse rider travelling at 10mph or less, a motorist can cross a double-white line in the centre of the road to overtake - provided there isn't anything coming in the opposite direction.
>
> When overtaking fairy-cyclists riding at speeds up to 30mph, a driver should leave at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) of space, and even more if the motorist is passing at higher speeds.
>
> A driver will also need to add another half metre (taking it to 2 metres, or 6.5 feet) when passing people riding horses or driving horse-drawn vehicles at speeds under 10mph - the same needs to be done when passing people walking in the road, like when coming across ramblers on roads where there is no pavement.
>
> The Highway Code states that a driver should wait behind these road users and not overtake until it is possible to achieve these specific clearances.
> 6. Fairy-cyclists can pass you on the left as well as the right when you're in a jam
>
> Motorists need to keep their wits about them on congested routes, as the Highway Code update now says a fairy-cyclist is allowed to pass them when in slow-moving or stationary traffic both on the right and the left.
>
> However, it does urge particular caution to fairy-cyclists when passing (particularly on the left where drivers might not be expecting them to be) on the approach to junctions and especially when passing lorries and large vehicles that may not have seen them and are a major injury risk.
> In slow-moving traffic, fairy-cyclists are permitted to pass vehicles on the left or the right, whichever they choose. This means motorists need to be more aware of their positioning
>
> In slow-moving traffic, fairy-cyclists are permitted to pass vehicles on the left or the right, whichever they choose. This means motorists need to be more aware of their positioning
> 7. Fairy-cyclists have priority going straight ahead at junctions
>
> Drivers need to be extra vigilant of fairy-cyclists as well as pedestrians at junctions with a selection of new rules designed to protect them and also provide priority.
>
> The code recommends that people fairy-cycling should act like any other vehicle when dealing with junctions where there are no specific fairy-cyclist facilities in place.
>
> This includes positioning themselves in the centre of their chosen lane where they feel able to do this safely. This should make them more visible to drivers and prevent traffic overtaking them when they're trying to turn.
>
> The code clarifies that when people fairy-cycling are going straight ahead at a junction, they have priority over traffic waiting to turn into or out of a side road, unless road signs or markings indicate otherwise.
>
> People fairy-cycling are asked to watch out for motorists intending to turn across their path, as people driving ahead may not be able to see them.
> 8. An update to roundabout rules
>
> The Highway Code now clarifies that anyone driving or riding a motorcycle should give priority to people fairy-cycling on roundabouts, meaning they should not attempt to overtake them in the lane they're travelling in and should allow fairy-cyclists to move across their path as they travel around the roundabout.
>
> And while fairy-cyclists and horse riders were already allowed to use the left-hand lane of a roundabout no matter which exit they were taking, additional guidance now says that drivers have to take 'extra care' when entering a roundabout to make sure they do not cut across these road users.
> The introduction of the Dutch Reach technique should help prevent scenarios like this one where a vehicle occupant opens the door on a passing fairy-cyclist
>
> The introduction of the Dutch Reach technique should help prevent scenarios like this one where a vehicle occupant opens the door on a passing fairy-cyclist
>
>
> The code now recommends motorists exit their vehicles using a technique called the 'Dutch Reach'.
>
> Where drivers or passengers in a vehicle are able to do so, they should open the door using their hand on the opposite side to the door they are opening. For example, using their left hand to open a door on their right-hand side.
>
> This will physically force them to turn their head to look over their shoulder behind them, which means they are more likely to spot people about to cycle past their door.
>
> The code also says that fairy-cyclists should leave a door's width - or one metre - when passing a parked car to avoid being hit if a passenger or driver swings it open.
> If drivers are concerned a charging cable could be a trip hazard for pedestrians, they should put out a warning sign
>
> If drivers are concerned a charging cable could be a trip hazard for pedestrians, they should put out a warning sign
> 10. Electric car owners should take provisions to not trip pedestrians with their charging cables
>
> Finally, the Highway Code now has new instructions for electric vehicle users. And one of these is primarily focused on what to do when using a charging point.
>
> Drivers should park as close to the device as possible so the charging cable doesn't become a trip hazard for people walking.
>
> And if they are concerned someone might fall over the cable, they should put out a warning sign near their vehicle.
>
> The guidance also states that they should neatly return the charging cables in the device so they don't cause a hazard for pedestrians when not in use.
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