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Rule 112 ↗
The horn. Use only while your vehicle is moving and you need to warn other road users of your presence. Never sound your horn aggressively. You MUST NOT use your horn
while stationary on the road
when driving in a built-up area between the hours of 11.30 pm and 7.00 am
except when another road user poses a danger.
Law CUR reg 99
Sound Advice : Master Rule 112 of the Road
CORRECT USAGE
Warn Others of Your Presence
Use the horn only while your vehicle is moving and it is necessary to alert other road users that you are there .
Avoid Aggressive Honking
The horn should never be used as a means of showing aggression toward other drivers or pedestrians .
PROHIBITED SITUATIONS
Stationary Ban
You must not sound your horn while your vehicle is stationary on the road .
Nighttime Restraint ( 11:30 PM 7:00 AM )
In built - up areas , it is illegal to use your horn during these late - night and early - morning hours .
THE CRITICAL EXCEPTION
Emergency Danger Exception
The prohibitions on stationary or nighttime use do not apply if another road user poses an immediate danger to safety .
LEGAL REFERENCE
Law CUR reg 99
These regulations regarding hom usage are legally mandated under Law CUR regulation 99 .
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