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Tap water banned for ‘fragile people’ in 11 French communes due to pollution
The prefectural ban is set to remain in place until at least December 31
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Which French motorway toll subscription offers the best deal?
The ‘best’ packages vary depending on how often you use the road, the type of vehicle, and your destination
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Faulty airbags: Mass recall in France includes more Toyota and Mercedes models
More than 2 million vehicles are still affected, with more cars now added to the list
Check whether it is time for a new filter
Diesel particulat e soot is already blamed for air pollution, but it is now being linked with pollen as a source of breathing allergies – making the air inside a car possibly six times more polluted than the air outside.

Air filters are in about 95% of new cars, air-conditioned or not, and these should be replaced each year. Many garages offer a free check and 75% of car climate problems are down to a blocked filter.