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
Insurance rules: Do vehicles not being used need to be insured in France? Whether a vehicle needs to be insured is not only based on its usage
practical 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 Can non-French no claims bonuses be added to new policies? Over 100 drivers fined for filming motorway crash - what French law says
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 Why drivers should keep their Crit’Air stickers - even if low-emission zones end What is the mysterious blue line on motorway exit in south-east France? The six Crit’Air stickers for air pollution zones in France 400,000 illegal speed bumps can stay, French court rules
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
Can my neighbour park outside of my house in France? It is sometimes illegal to park in front of your own property
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
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
How do driving penalties work for foreign licence holders in France? Outcomes depend on whether the driver is a resident and the origin of their licence
Speed cameras: What happens if a driver is flashed in a vehicle with non-French number plates? France is part of EU agreement to share driving fines with other countries – but UK is not included
Why police checks on drivers in France are increasing Many drivers have had their licences suspended in recent months
Older British bikers can regain driving licence 'A' category in France Some Britons lost this when swapping their UK for a French licence
New AI road cameras in France to catch more types of offences Drivers not wearing a seatbelt or using their phone will soon be detected by smart radars
Can old driving fines in France be cancelled? Each type of fine has a limit - but beware the clock resetting
Map: where in France is highest fail rate for cars in road safety tests? A majority of vehicles on French roads are over 10 years old
Roads to avoid in France this holiday weekend Traffic is set to peak on Sunday as people return from their long weekend
Calls for annual inspections of older cars in France strongly opposed by minister The EU plan would affect millions of drivers in France if passed
Can drivers choose different operators for motorway tolls in France? France’s motorways are run by several concessionary groups
Crit'Air sticker confusion leaves drivers in limbo Parliamentary committee vote leaves future of scheme in doubt
Speed cameras in France can also check for insurance irregularities using number plates New radars are equipped with number plate reading technology
Medical check-ups every five years proposed for drivers over 70 in France New law would make a GP visit mandatory to continue driving
Growth of French car hire means more choice for second-home owners Long and short term options are now more easily available
What’s new for residents of France in May 2025 Benefits, electric vehicles, gas prices: see what changes in France this month
When are drivers in France allowed to cross a continuous white line? Avoid a fine and points on your licence by familiarising yourself with these rules
Did you know? Slow drivers can be fined in France Excessively slow speeds are a risk to other drivers on major roads
A7 motorway near Lyon to be partially closed for several weekends Works to repair a bridge that crosses the Rhône are required
Do you know how to use a rond-point as opposed to a carrefour giratoire in France? Drivers must be aware of one key - and potentially dangerous - difference between them
Is an international driving permit needed to hire a car from a French supermarket? UK licence holders living in France cannot obtain an IDP
Annual safety tests proposed for vehicles in France over 10 years old New rule proposed by European Commission in bid to cut pollution
Why have yellow lights been added to street crossings in France? The lights are being trialled in six major cities until 2027
Exemption from fees to register electric car to end across most of France from May Applying for a carte grise will soon become more expensive
Drivers in France reminded of this little-known, strict car wash rule to avoid large fines Environmental regulations impose a €450 fine – even outside drought periods
Approval of roadside noise cameras in France will see fines issued against loud vehicles The devices known as meduses already exist in several cities but so far have only been ‘instructional’
Leclerc supermarkets to sell car fuel at cost price for Easter The initiative will apply to diesel, petrol, and LPG
How to check whether you have been issued a speeding fine in France Fines can be sent anytime after an incident
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