Spider season is upon us once more, with millions of arachnids set to take over the UK as their mating season peaks. For those who find eight-legged creatures terrifying, it can be a nerve-racking time of year - especially as it's not just our homes that are subject to an appearance from the unwanted intruders, but also our vehicles . Fear isn't rational and some drivers could put themselves - and others - at risk of injury or accident if a spider made itself known while they were on the road.
Such was the case for model and influencer Tennessee Thresher, who recently had to pull over on the motorway after clapping eyes on a creepy crawly. Taking to Snapchat, the beauty shared footage of herself screaming and told her 250K followers she was “petrified” after seeing a spider in her car. She made sure to pull over to regain her composure.
Drivers are at risk of a fine if they have an erratic or otherwise dangerous reaction while in their car. Motoring experts from Nationwide Vehicle Contracts state: "Spiders are an inconvenience for drivers, especially for drivers with severe phobias. However, it is paramount to ensure safety on the roads for yourself and others around you while driving.
"Drivers can be fined up to £2,500 for reckless driving and up to nine penalty points, so it is paramount for drivers not to overreact and not to allow spiders - or any other insects - to impact their safety on the roads." If you're worried about a similarly panicked reaction should an ara.