Motorists who enjoy vaping while driving could be hit with a substantial fine, experts have cautioned. Although there's no specific law banning the use of vapes in vehicles, the resulting vapour clouds could pose a serious safety hazard. Experts are raising concerns that vaping could lead to visibility issues, potentially resulting in charges of careless driving. Drivers may find themselves facing hefty penalties for driving without due care and attention, with fines possibly escalating into the thousands if the case is taken to court. This relatively unknown piece of advice could take many drivers by surprise, whether they're on their daily commute or heading out for a holiday. Read more New parking fine rules in England being 'trialled' for 500,000 motorists The team at Arnold Clark has sounded the alarm, stating: "Drivers could be slapped with a £100 fine for careless driving if the police conclude that the driver failed to properly control their vehicle because they were smoking." They further warned: "Motorists who are distracted by cigarette or vape smoke can be prosecuted for driving without due care and attention. The plume of smoke can hamper a driver's vision and result in an accident.", reports the Mirror . They added that in more severe instances, or if the matter is disputed in court, the offence could carry a maximum penalty of £5,000, as many as nine points on the licence, and even a driving ban imposed by the court. A study by IAMRoadSmart revealed that 57% of drivers admit to vaping or smoking while driving. The research also found that nearly one in four motorists regularly engage in this behaviour, a concerning trend highlighted in a report by the Express. Obscured vision might be seen as a breach of the Road Traffic Act 1988, carrying serious consequences. Drivers caught with impaired visibility due to vaping could be hit with hefty fines and accrue between three and nine points on their licence, which for some could mean losing their right to drive altogether. Confused.com clarified the legal stance, stating: "But what does the law say? Currently vaping while driving isn't specifically illegal. "However, large clouds of vapour could obscure your vision, which might result in a fine for driving without due care and attention." They further warned: "Police have highlighted this as being dangerous, and drivers could face costly penalties and points on their licence."