Reopening of France’s A13 motorway delayed as new cracks discovered Traffic built up on neighbouring roads - but the empty lanes were not completely deserted…
State of French roads causing alarm Spectacular images of roads that have collapsed or been blocked by mudslides this winter have prompted renewed concern about the state of France’s roads
A13 French motorway near Paris closed until at least May 1 Further tests must be carried out before repairs can begin. Traffic jams reached 400km long around Paris on Monday Update: France’s A13 motorway closed for days, huge traffic jams Motorway tolls, doctor fees, water leaks: 5 French practical updates Part of Paris-Normandy motorway closed to traffic due to road defects
Car damaged in France: Can I claim without having the driver’s details? It is not obligatory for a driver to sign a constat amiable (accident form)
Ways to avoid queues at motorway tolls in France You can make travel easier by anticipating the 133 payment barriers
Scammers fleece drivers who break down on French roads out of €3,000 These ‘breakdown pirates’ are becoming more common. Here is how to avoid falling victim
Which French motorways are to become toll booth free - and when? Barriers will be replaced by a system that scans drivers’ number plates
Cars damaged from water in service station fuel in south-west France One driver received a €3,500 repair bill after filling up on €73-worth of diesel
Call for car fuel at €1.50/litre in France: One million sign petition Current prices equate to ‘paying a ransom for the right to drive’, says leading driving association
Can apps such as Waze show location of speed cameras on French roads? Some countries in Europe have banned such applications
What is the procedure if my car breaks down on a French motorway? Unlike in the UK you should not call your own breakdown cover provider
Scammers pose as anti-fraud agency: 4 scams to watch out for in France Readers report being targeted by fraudsters both online and while out shopping
End of car insurance stickers in France: what happens in an accident? Accident forms still require information from green vignettes Taxes, bank holidays, Olympics: Key dates to note in April in France Changes in April in France for drivers, health patients and homeowners New 50km/h motorway morning speed limit is idiotic, says French mayor
Can I change the number plate on my French car? Number plates contain information including a department code and regional logo €50 note on your windscreen? Watch out for this scam in France Stay up-to-date: 14 recent or upcoming changes in France French driving licences: how to check if you have any points Driving licences, mobile cold calls: 5 French practical updates Insurance change for drivers: Can I see if car on new French database?
Air pollution improvement: Three French cities can ease car ban rules One local council said it would not bring in ban regardless of the government’s decision
Driving: When do you need to swap foreign licence for French licence? Rules vary depending on where your licence was first issued and, in the case, of Britons when
‘New French speeding rule encourages aggressive drivers’ The change has enabled reckless motorists to drive even more wildly without fear of losing points, argues columnist Samantha David
Eight French roundabouts with bizarre statues Cultural laws require funding for roadside art projects… but the art commissioned can be surprising
PHOTOS: Bridge in south of France collapses, lorry falls with it Driver airlifted to hospital after stone bridge gives way
Drivers crash after teens drop concrete blocks onto French motorway The four accused perpetrators have now appeared in court
‘Goodbye Tony’- why this message was shown on French motorway Emotional homage to former colleague was seen on A8 near Nice
End of green car insurance sticker in France: Eight questions answered From April 1, drivers will no longer have to display vignette on their windscreens
Man sacrifices car in heroic act in France - strangers buy him new one Hundreds of people stepped in after the man’s insurance company refused to pay out
Car insurance, solar panels, bank scams: 5 French practical updates Our round up of practical articles you may have missed
Is the French ‘vehicle accident form’ available in English? Most French drivers keep a copy of the form on hand
New cars in France must soon have camera to see if driver distracted The rules come as part of an EU aim to reduce road deaths to zero by 2050
PHOTO: Fake gendarmerie car seen in France - with Dutch number plates Citroën Xantia had undergone total renovation and had ‘GENDARMERIE’ written on its side but had kept its original plates
Parked cars, property form, burglaries: 5 French practical updates Our pick of practical articles you may have missed
MAP: Where are drivers most likely to have an accident in France? Where are the most dangerous places to drive in France? We take a look at the data
How long can car be parked in same spot in France before police act? Impounded cars are often destroyed after being taken away
Driving, aid for bike purchase, crime: 5 French practical updates Our round up of practical articles you may have missed
Phones, tests, lorries: Changes on way for (some) drivers in France EU wants to eliminate road deaths by 2050 and seeks to modernise driving tests
EU parliament votes against mandatory medical visits for drivers Individual countries are however invited to adopt the measure
Money saver: Ways to reduce motorway toll fees in France From planning ahead to electronic badges, we give tips after fees increase
Motorway speed limits reduced in south of France: where and why? The move, which affects four sections of major A-roads, has met local opposition with some saying drivers will be frustrated and go faster as a result
Where do I need a Crit’Air sticker for my French car? Vehicles in some parts of France require stickers to show pollution levels
Debate on obligatory medical tests for European drivers to begin More frequent renewals for over-70s could also be introduced, but topic is fiercely contested
Stay up to date: 13 changes and updates for everyday life in France Property taxes, gas bills, medicine fees, airline hand luggage, fibre internet and more
French taxi driver helps nun who misses critical flight due to strike ‘She told me that it was a miracle,’ the taxi driver says, after he drove almost 600 km one way
Why has speed limit changed to 30km/h near my French home? New rules have changed speed limits in certain ‘built-up areas’
Big rise in car thefts in France: these are the models most stolen Some of the country’s best selling cars are among those most likely to be taken, with three regions particularly affected
Depot blockades and fuel shortages in Brittany - latest info Workers angry over return of diesel tax are preventing shipments leaving fuel depots
€100-a-month electric car scheme closed for 2024 due to demand The scheme received more than double the number of orders it was expecting
Will farmer roadblocks return? French union angered by lack of action The president of the union has said he has ‘not ruled out’ future blockades
How will new contrôle technique tests work for motorbikes in France? We review the test, which vehicles require one, costs, and more
2024 MAP: Where are low emission zones in France and what are rules? Twelve cities now have Crit’Air rules in place restricting certain vehicles from entering
Parisians vote to triple parking fees for visitors in SUVs The city’s mayor called the result ‘a clear choice from Parisians’ to fight pollution and improve road safety - but less than 6% of eligible people voted
Marseille delays ban on older cars: see which other cities also have ‘Not everyone can afford to buy a new vehicle’ said city’s president
Which motorway tolls are rising in France and by how much? Overall prices are less than 3%, but considerably higher on some routes
What should you expect to pay for car insurance in France? A new barometer has found the averages by location, age, car type and no-claims history
Car stuck on piste as driver tries to drop off skier in Pyrénées The vehicle was discovered stuck part way up the slope when the ski resort opened
Drivers who pushed over cyclists ‘for fun’ in France sentenced The men drove up alongside cyclists and hit them in a bid to unbalance their bikes
New rules and other changes that start in February in France Key points include inheritance tax payments and prices rises to some everyday services
Can I renew expired UK driving licence from France? Renewing or exchanging a driving licence in France requires certain documents
20 changes for residents in France Updates cover speed limits and radars, taxes for the over 65s, energy bills and more
UK votes for life, electric cars, banking: 5 French practical updates Our pick of practical articles you may have missed
SUV drivers set to pay much more to park in Paris The Mairie is set to vote on the issue next month, following similar rules in Lyon and Bordeaux
4 tips to stay safe and check icy roads in real-time in France We cover journey planning, safer driving - and tyre socks
Drivers told to delay trips as snow hits Paris and northern France Clash of winds leads to temperature differences of 13C just a few kilometres apart
Is €12,000 malus for importing my SUV to France correct? Penalties on imported vehicles – even if not new – are possible for worst ‘polluters’
Workers told to go home as snow arrives in northern France Temperatures in north remain at below freezing - but south-west is 20C warmer
Black ice and snow alerts multiply across north France Drivers warned to be particularly vigilant. Up to 20cm of snow is predicted for some areas later in the week
Lyon to base parking fees on weight of car and driver income The mayor said the three-tier tariff system will help ‘transform’ the city, save on pollution and space
Six changes for drivers and road rules in France in 2024 We cover updates to speeding offences, insurance stickers and driving tests
Motorway closures and snow and ice warnings as cold sets in in France Several accidents and traffic jams reported due to poor road conditions. Ten departments on heightened warning level for driving conditions
‘Speed bumps in France are dangerous for motorcyclists like me’ They cause pollution, damage vehicles and make roads unsafe, says reader
Where in France must drivers now show a car pollution-level sticker? Several cities have updated their rules on the zones while others have pushed back scheduled changes
Can I hire a car in France with a UK driving licence? Additional paperwork may be required for those without a French licence
Cars, licences, driving: what changes in France in 2024? Changes include temporary closure of key roads, and new driving licence trials
140,000 Peugeot cars recalled in France over brake issue Here are the vehicles affected - and what to do if you have one
Taxis on ‘drive slow’ protest in France over hospital transport change Drivers claim the new rule will lead to a ‘two-tier’ system, harm patients and threaten taxi drivers’ income
Car windscreen insurance stickers to disappear in France from April The switch to digital is aimed at simplifying checks and reducing fraud. It will also save on paper and CO2, said the government
Will drivers in France soon need a health check every 15 years? The EU is currently discussing the idea, which is already the subject of hot debate in France