French driving rules that surprise foreign drivers Priorité à droite, alcohol limits and mandatory equipment can catch drivers out
Photos: where to spot France's motorway art installations Giant boars, cockerels, horses and strange geometric shapes sprout from the roadsides of the French motorway network
France resident hit with €1,195 bill for charging car in Spain The British motorist charged his EV at a Shell Recharge station
practical Second-home owners: used car or rental in France? Choice between registering a vehicle or renting one depends on number of factors
Can someone take a car for French roadworthiness test when its owner is away? Vehicles without a test certificate cannot be used
French MP proposes all vehicles carry extinguisher to prevent wildfires The rule is already in place in some other EU countries
France’s priorité à droite rule – what it means and when it applies The priority to the right rule is a core – albeit confusing – principle of French driving law
Private speed camera cars to start operating on the French Riviera It is one of several measures to reduce speeding drivers along Nice’s Promenade des Anglais
Road deaths on Nice’s Promenade des Anglais spark alarm over safety crisis Popular seaside route described as ‘an open-air cemetery’
Are driving licence points deducted in France for cycling offences? Cars are not the only vehicles in France regulated by the Code de la route
Can French radars flash drivers in both directions? The country is upgrading how it monitors speeding, including new cameras and unmarked cars
France to change the rules to legitimise illegal speed bumps Up to 400,000 speed bumps are to be legalised, angering road safety associations
Explained: Motorway rules and tolls in France The changes in France's autoroute system, from new routes to toll innovations and speed limit debates
Car that caused Marseille wildfire did not have valid roadworthiness test Flames from engine led to devastating fire - but car should not have been on road How do drivers prove French vehicle is insured when driving in the EU? Driving in summer in France: rules and tips to remember Flashed by a French speed camera but did not receive a fine: are you off the hook?
France summer holiday traffic: worst days to travel in July and August 2025 Traffic will once again reach critical levels on these dates More car recalls impact many drivers in France Reader tips on how to save money on driving and tolls in France Public electric car recharging points in France: how they work and why fees vary so much More French roads return to 90km/h speed limit Part of French motorway to run 'charge‑as‑you‑drive' trial for electric cars
French lawmakers finalise new ‘driving homicide’ offence after campaign by grieving families New offence will not increase penalties for under-the-influence drivers but bring relief to victims
French car registration documents go digital - but not yet for foreign residents La carte grise can now be uploaded into France Identité app alongside driving licences, ID cards and cartes Vitale
Refuelling your car is cheaper at certain times of the day in France Commuter rush sees morning prices spike but there are cheaper periods
Will I keep tow trailer and caravan rights when swapping to French driving licence? Rules changed for drivers after Brexit
Be aware of the rules when driving from France to Italy, Germany or Spain Failing to follow country-specific rules can incur fines
Takata airbags: 800,000 more vehicles in France affected by ‘stop drive’ alert You can check if and how your vehicle is affected on a dedicated government website
What are the current rules for children using booster seats in France? There are strict regulations on booster seat manufacturing
Graph: New fuel rises in France put in context of recent years Increase in price comes after several months of falling costs
Do unused vehicles need to be insured in France? Uninsured vehicles can expose their owner to fines of up to €3,750
What are the rules on using air conditioning in your car in France? Drivers should be careful about using certain features when parked
Do high temperatures affect driving rules in France? Speed limits have been lowered in recent weeks after pollution spikes
Good news for drivers crossing into Italy from France as radar rules changed Radars must be focused on preventing accidents and not generating revenue
Red air pollution alerts raised in Brittany Increasingly warm weather means air quality across the whole region will be ‘poor’ tomorrow (June 20)
Driver checks to increase around Lyon after high number of fatal crashes Road deaths have more than doubled in the area since January compared to the same period last year
Car rentals in France: users provide feedback on sector Leading consumer association notes drivers are satisfied with vehicles but face issues with contracts and pricing
French MPs vote to ban low-emission zones: what happens now? ‘Simplification’ bill passes after tight vote but matter is far from clear
More Citroën cars in France issued with ‘stop drive’ orders after driver death Death of a driver in eastern France has been linked to a faulty airbag
France’s free blue parking zones: who can use them and for how long Drivers need a time disc or risk a fine
Fatal car crash in France linked to faulty Takata airbag: how to check models affected The incident involved a Citroën C3 car from 2014
Temporary driving restrictions imposed in parts of France due to air pollution High ozone levels and fine particle concentrations caused by heat, dust, and transatlantic wildfire smoke blamed
Famous Le Mans 24 hour is steeped in British tradition The venerable competition takes place this weekend continuing a tradition that dates from the 1920s - and a a Bentley win. Cloudy conditions are expected
Can non-French no claims bonuses be added to new policies? France’s no claims system is different to many elsewhere
Over 100 drivers fined for filming motorway crash - what French law says People who filmed lorry crash while driving face fines and points deductions
French licences show if you need glasses: fines possible if you drive without them Insurers may not pay out in case of an accident
Major road tunnel between France and Italy to reopen this month after 12 years of works The new Tende tunnel will be inaugurated on Friday, June 27
Why drivers should keep their Crit’Air stickers - even if low-emission zones end MPs voted to end the ZFEs but this does not necessarily mean the end of the coloured windscreen stickers
What is the mysterious blue line on motorway exit in south-east France? It runs along the hard shoulder of the A57 motorway
The six Crit’Air stickers for air pollution zones in France Vehicles are required to display the vignettes in low-emission zones in several cities
Nine more French departments to have unmarked speed radar cars An increasing proportion of the cars will be operated by private contractors
Driving laws in France: can you ever take off your seatbelt? Some countries allow drivers to remove seatbelt when reversing their vehicle
Over 77,000 Ford cars recalled in France over fuel leakage concern Repair costs to be covered by manufacturer but slots are currently scarce
UN Conference brings extra police checks to south-east France Police in towns across Alpes-Maritimes are on alert
Are dashcams legal to use for drivers in France? A major court ruling applies to the use of cameras in vehicles
Are Crit’Air vignettes still needed in France after MPs vote to axe low-emission zones? The sticker scheme came into force in 2017
Driving in France: do you need to wait for three seconds at stop signs? This is a common driving school tip but it may not have legal basis
Beware of common scam linked to toll-free motorways in France after holiday weekend Drivers warned of fake messages purportedly from a leading motorway payment service
Construction on half-built motorway can continue, rules French court It is the latest court decision concerning the highly-contested and much-debated A69 road
Fewer drivers on phones but risky habits persist on French roads, report finds Tailgating, road rage and driving while tired are also still prevalent
New speed cameras being installed along major coastal road in Nice The cameras’ locations along the Promenade des Anglais will be frequently changed
Taxi driver protests continue in south and Paris: weekend disruption expected Major demonstrations planned in prime minister’s hometown of Pau
French road network 'on brink of collapse', mayors warn Lack of state funding for local authorities is sorely felt in some areas
MPs vote to end France's ZFE low-emission zones despite government opposition Cross-party majority introduces amendment against them in a broader economic simplification bill on May 28
D-Day events: Residents and visitors warned to check driving and parking rules Many towns holding major remembrance events are set to close roads and ban parking next weekend
How to avoid large traffic jams this long weekend in France A ‘black day’ of traffic is expected in the north on Sunday
How to find EV charging points when towing a caravan in France? There are several apps available with up-to-date information
Can over-70s renew UK driving licences from France? Non-UK residents should not renew their licence with British authorities
Do French speed cameras adjust to lower limits in poor conditions? Heavy rain, fog, hail, or snow demand lower speed limits - but do speed cameras reflect this?
Police increase checks on drivers in south of France due to rise in accidents One department has recorded four times the number of deaths compared to the same period last year
Mystery of driving fines sent from France to UK homes post Brexit This week’s new EU-UK partnership agreement includes measures to facilitate the sharing of driver data
Tips to avoid excessive extra charges when renting a car in France The majority of hire companies investigated failed to provide a full quote or had other anomalies
Avoid a fine: French number plate installation and maintenance rules The law is clear on the display and clarity of number plates, even if one woman disputes a recent fine handed to her
French taxi driver protests to continue for rest of week Two protesters were injured in Marseille yesterday after a driver allegedly rammed into a blockade
What are ‘M’ signs on French roads near my home? Roads can be maintained by departmental or local authorities
Roads, stations, and airport disrupted as taxi driver protests continue in south of France Major roads around Marseille and Toulon are set to be blocked for second day
France-Italy Mont Blanc tunnel to close for over three months from September Drivers must take alternative route through other Alpine passes or tunnels
Change to digital French driving licences - and who can have one A new way to digitise your licence has been rolled out but not yet for everyone
Fatal HGV crashes: Goodyear in court in France over tyre defect claims Investigators allege the firm knew about the problem but did not issue a recall
New parking fees on 'large' cars now in force in Bordeaux Residents and visitors will have to pay extra to park SUVs in the city
Badly maintained roads in France - can you get compensation if your car is damaged? The process depends on the circumstances that caused the damage