Not many people know this rule
Purchasing a Christmas tree is a festive rite of passage. However, often the fun and games end when it comes to trying to wrestle the 6ft-plus bundle into the car.
You could be left with three penalty points - lasting four years - and you can also be fined up to £5,000 for inconsiderate driving, making for a very expensive Christmas. To help drivers stay on the right side of the law, Your Red Car has four tips for transporting your tree safely.While taking a family of five to pick up a Christmas tree might initially seem like a fun festive day out, it’s not practical if you have to then transport them all home - plus a large Christmas tree too.
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