It's something that happens on roads up and down the country every day, and drivers may think nothing of it.

This is a common parking manoeuvre which is actually against driving rules.

But it's likely many motorists have no idea they are doing anything wrong.

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When parking at the side of the road, particularly when it's dark, drivers are required to park facing the flow of traffic.

Despite this rule, it's common to see cars parked up facing the 'wrong' way.

There's a reason for the rule, and it's all to do with safety.

Rear reflectors are due to catch the headlights of oncoming cars, alerting drivers to parked up vehicles, especially in areas which are not

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