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Delay rollout of more low-emission zones in French cities says senator

There are meant to be 43 zones across France by 2025. But some think the deadline is too tight

Published: 15 June 2023

Author: Zane Lilley

Do not minimise electric car CO2 emissions, says French association

A leading consumer association says CO2 produced during a car’s manufacturing is not taken into account when deciding how eco-friendly a vehicle is

Published: 14 June 2023

Author: Hannah Thompson

Watch: Floods hit Paris and Toulouse as fresh storms sweep in

Metro stations were closed and streets flooded as heavy rain hit on Sunday. More downpours are expected on Monday

Published: 12 June 2023

Author: Zane Lilley

Petition to save Girlguiding in France passes 16,000 signatures

A ‘lifeline’ to many British girls moving to France - we look at Girlguiding UK’s reasons for withdrawing overseas support

Published: 9 June 2023

Author: Martin Greenacre

Relief as tsunami alert in southern France turns out to be a mistake

The ‘red alert’ warning asked residents to evacuate coastal areas

Published: 7 June 2023

Author: Zane Lilley

Tree-mendous! Auction of unique wooden Citroën 2CV breaks world record

The final price of €210,000 was the most expensive ever for one of France’s most iconic vehicles

Published: 5 June 2023

Author: Zane Lilley

Recap: 5 practical updates from the last week in France

Changes cover online prescriptions and the launch of a new ZFE low pollution car zone

Published: 4 June 2023

Author: Zane Lilley

Strike day, forest fires, upcoming tax cuts... new changes in France

We look at some of the upcoming changes happening in France from June onwards

Published: 3 June 2023

Nearly 1,800 to file complaint to French carmaker Renault over defects

Their lawyer has called for a criminal investigation. Renault says its 'cars remain safe'

Published: 2 June 2023

Author: Hannah Thompson

France to introduce motorbike safety checks within two months

It comes after the government attempt to cancel the implementation of checks last year

Published: 2 June 2023

Author: Zane Lilley