In a startling breach of road safety laws, a delivery rider was captured on camera casually navigating his e-bike along the busy M6 motorway in Birmingham.
Illegal Motorway Journey Captured on Film
The incident, which occurred on Friday, November 21, was recorded in a 31-second mobile phone clip that later appeared on Facebook around 7pm. The footage clearly shows the rider, with his hood up, gliding down the slow lane of the motorway. The situation became particularly dangerous when a large Royal Mail lorry was forced to significantly reduce its speed before it could safely overtake the illegal vehicle.
Clear Legal Violation and Public Reaction
This act constitutes a direct violation of The Highway Code, which explicitly prohibits the use of e-bikes on UK motorways. The law states that e-bikes can only be used on other roads if they meet specific requirements, including a maximum assisted speed of 15.5mph.
The video quickly attracted attention on social media, where viewers expressed a mixture of disbelief and criticism. One user described the rider as "brave but silly," while another simply stated, "These guys are idiots." A different commenter humorously suggested the rider "must have his truck nav on" to have ended up on the motorway.
Police Awareness and Ongoing Situation
West Midlands Police have confirmed they have been made aware of the incident and are likely investigating the matter. Riding an e-bike on a motorway is not only illegal but presents an extreme danger to both the rider and other road users due to the high-speed traffic. This event serves as a serious reminder of the importance of adhering to traffic laws designed for everyone's safety.
