11-08-2025
Drivers had no idea real meaning behind two lines on kerb
Drivers had no idea real meaning behind two lines on kerb
A driving instructor has clarified the meaning of two lines on a kerb that many drivers did not know about, and it appears some had no idea they even existed
Double yellow lines on the road mean you can drop someone off or pick them up, but a single line means that you can't stop at all
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Even the most experienced drivers sometimes encounter a symbol or road marking that leaves them completely puzzled. This is particularly true for numerous motorists who have only recently learnt the actual meaning behind a certain road marking - one that some say they had misunderstood entirely, this was ahead of three major changes planned to driving rules
Driving instructor Annie Winterburn, from Spot On Driving, posted a video on TikTok designed to explain road markings that regularly appear in theory tests.
In one segment, she highlighted that "so many people are getting mixed up" with a particular kerbside marking featuring two lines. There are other rules about driving that drivers need to know or risk a £1,000 fine
Annie explained: "Yellow lines on the road mean no waiting. Waiting is the same as parking."
"So when you see two yellow lines painted on the road you can stop to drop somebody off, you can stop to pick somebody up, but you're not allowed to wait there. You're not allowed to park there." For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here
Regarding red lines, Annie disclosed these indicate a total ban on stopping: "It would be a red route. It might be somewhere like London or Birmingham."
However, the genuine confusion occurs with lines painted on kerbs, which actually have nothing to do with regular drivers, reports the Mirror.
These markings are loading indicators designed for delivery vehicles, as the motoring expert explained: "They are for people making deliveries.
"These are loading lines. So people who might want to stop their van or their lorry to deliver something or collect something."
The Highway Code states clearly that double kerb lines indicate a total ban on loading and unloading, while a single line means restrictions are only in force during certain hours.
Many drivers had no idea that these markings applied exclusively to loading and unloading activities, rather than standard parking or driving.
One person showed their gratitude for the clarification, saying: "Wonderful. I thought that was for car drivers... thanks for clarifying that."
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Another motorist, who has been behind the wheel for four decades, found the information useful, saying: "Always helpful, I've been driving for 40 years and I'm still learning the theory aspect."
A third person commented: "I never knew about the load/unloading lorries markings. Thank you."
