Research conducted by Confused.com found that three quarters of drivers are unaware of the upcoming consultation on lowering the drink-drive limit.
The consultation, part of the Government’s Road Safety Strategy, could lower the drink-drive limit in England and Wales, which has not been changed since 1967.
It could also mandate alcohol interlock devices for offenders.
Just 14% of UK drivers said they are put off by the potential change to the drink-drive limit.
42% of drivers surveyed were aware of the consultation on mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70, while 24% said it was the change they would be most affected by.
Other upcoming changes that drivers were unaware of included benefit-in-kind tax increases (13%), the addition of first aid questions to theory tests (16%) and stricter seatbelt penalties (18%).
More drivers were aware of the increase in fuel duty (39%), the increase in the luxury car tax threshold for electric vehicles (33%) and the changes to driving test bookings (29%).
31% of those surveyed by Confused.com said that they would have to drive less if fuel prices increased.
Rhydian Jones, motoring expert at Confused.com, said: “Every year we can expect to see some changes to our motoring costs, guidelines and even laws, and this year is no exception.
“Many changes coming into effect, or proposed for this year, could see many drivers at higher risk of increased costs or penalties – especially if they’re unaware.
“Keeping up to date with announcements, law changes and price changes is important to prepare financially when it comes to increasing costs but also ensures you’re keeping on the right side of the law.
“It’s also important to remember that a lot of changes are being implemented to improve safety for drivers, such as lower drink-drive limits and harsher penalties for motoring offences.
“Being aware of these and ensuring you’re adhering to them will not only save you from fines but will keep you and others safer.
“Changes to motoring rules and laws aren’t there to catch you out but to keep us all safer on the roads.”
