List: Car registration fees for drivers by department across France Prices range from €36.50 in Hauts de France to €60 in Brittany with powerful vehicles costing more to register
The rules for buying and registering a trailer in France The trailer may need to be registered separately from your main vehicle depending on its weight
Tips for electric car drivers on where to charge in France for least cost From using an app to getting the best deal at home - here is how to do it
practical French data protection body mulls legal case over Ulez fines Fines have been sent to drivers in France despite Brexit ending data-sharing agreements
Can you overtake police vehicles in France? Exploring the myths and legalities of overtaking police cars on French roads
French president issues social media response on fines for using phones at toll booths A driver posted online about receiving a fine for using a phone to pay a toll
Road check operation in south-west France: what are rules if stopped? Drug usage in Dordogne has increased leading to more checks
How to spot an unmarked speed radar car in France The cars are being rolled out into three more regions this year
Why sales of motorbikes and scooters are falling fast in France The second-hand market has fallen the most
Citroën extends its recall of cars due to airbag fault in France Consumer association is calling for a parliamentary inquiry into the issue and for these drivers to receive compensation
Why was application to switch UK driving licence for French one rejected? Residency rights affect whether licence switches can be made
Car fuel prices are rising in France: This is why - but will it continue? Prices of diesel and petrol have been rising since last year
Use these websites to check against numberplate fraud on barrier-free French motorways Email alerts inform you when your number plate is registered as passing through toll Can drivers be fined for using their phone to pay at tolls in France? Drivers of SUVs to face higher parking fees in Bordeaux MAP: Which French region has most speed radars? See locations near you
Owners of faulty Peugeot, Citroën and Opel cars can now make claims Drivers can make claims on Stellantis website Drivers will need new equipment soon to visit Spain from France Can drivers have a personalised car number plate in France? Crit’Air air pollution car stickers: can you get these by post in France? Speed limits reduced in Normandy due to air pollution spike Riding between lanes now legal for all motorcyclists in France – under certain conditions
Barrier-free French motorway: driver complaints increase over extra fines The ‘smart’ roads are meant to improve traffic flow
Driving in France: when you can overtake on the right-hand side Undertaking is possible in certain situations, however illegal manoeuvres run the risk of accident, fine and licence suspension
Videos: hundreds of classic cars drive through Paris ‘Classic’ cars in France benefit from fewer driving restrictions and tests
U-turn (again) over motorbikes riding between lanes in queues on certain French roads Trial has been extended to July 31, 2025 as government awaits study
Drivers face ‘stop’ sign every 30 metres in trial in western France Tabac owner says signs have reduced number of clients by 20%
Ranking shows French cities with the most, and fewest, traffic jams Surprisingly, Paris did not rank highest
How to pay French free-flow motorway fee in rental car without toll badge? There is a limited amount of time in which the tolls must be paid
What changes with French driving licences in 2025? There are new rules on document posting, tests and EU and international driving permits
Are electric vehicle grants applicable for hybrid vehicles in France? The system for electric vehicle grants has recently changed
Major road tunnel between France and Italy set to reopen after ten years of construction work Traffic will only be one-way at first through the Tende Tunnel as original tunnel needs to be renovated
2025 MAP: France’s new clean air driving zones and their rules All areas with a population of 150,000 or more now have rules in place restricting certain vehicles from entering, and require all vehicles to have 'Crit'Air' stickers on their windscreen
Can télépéage motorway toll badges be used in French hire cars? Badges are the quickest way to pass through barriers
15 changes in France from January 1, 2025 Pensions, gardens, boilers, registering cars and postal costs are just some of the areas which change
More unmarked radar cars to catch speeders in France: where and how they work The cars operate within strict parameters
Peugeot hit by cyberattack in France with clients’ personal data stolen Identity information and number plates is to be released to public unless ransom is paid, hackers say
No snow tyre fines in France this winter – but insurers may require them Tyres are required in mountainous communes, but non-compliance will not be sanctioned
Cars and driving: What's new in France in 2025 From AI speed cameras to low-emission zones, we look at the changes set to transform French roads and driving regulations next year
Traffic warnings in France as Christmas holidays begin: which roads to avoid? Roads are expected to be especially busy near the capital
Car fuel sold at cost price at many Intermarché supermarkets today and tomorrow Many - but not all - stores are taking part - see the list here
What fines do motorcyclists risk after trial for ‘inter-filing’ on French roads ends? A report in 2025 on the trial will set the tone for legalisation of the manoeuvre
Are there rules to follow when changing a vehicle’s numberplate in France? Plates can be ordered from garages or online
Camper vans on the road in France boost local economy Happy campers are bringing new life and wealth to French towns
Police warn drivers of car headlights rules in France It is advisable to carry spare bulbs when driving
Christmas parties: what are drink-drive limits and breathalyser rules in France? Rules are stricter than in some parts of the UK
How to recognise French road signs for recommended, not obligatory, behaviour The signs are becoming increasingly used in some areas
French road sign expands to Spain - but most drivers unaware of its meaning Road sign is only in use for specific weather conditions
Photo: French police stop driver over car covered in Christmas lights Officers were appreciative of the decorations and took photos - but demanded that they were all removed
New pollution bans from January: Which cars and which cities in France? Changes mean vehicles with Crit’Air level 3 will be banned in four cities
Fréjus Tunnel that connects France and Italy to close this weekend The tunnel will close for 12 hours and not the 56 hours originally announced
Do drivers have to change number plates if they move to new French department? Plates show a regional logo as well as department code - a source of pride for some
What to do if télépéage badge not detected on French free-flow motorway? Motorway toll badges are a convenient way to pay toll fees on barrier-free motorways
The Code de la route has changed for cyclists in France New lights have been authorised and cyclists can now (legally) ride side by side in certain circumstances
12,500 French parking fines cancelled after IT bug The fines had been issued in error after computer system was privatised
See which offences can result in a car being impounded in France There is also a time limit and set procedure to follow to recover a car
Drivers can now get proof of driving licence online in France The new service could be useful in certain situations such as if you are stopped by police
Pay to park by income: Where in France and how does it work? Rennes is the most recent city to introduce the system
Driver arrested after dodging French motorway tolls with ‘kind words’ trick The man used the same technique every time he passed through the péage
When is a CT roadworthiness test needed to sell a vehicle in France? Motorbikes also needed a contrôle technique since April 2024
Hospital transport change: French taxi driver protests cause 490km of traffic jams Blockades are underway as drivers fear redundancies and bankruptcies
Angry drivers launch court action against 50 km/h speed limit on Paris ring road Lawyers claim the change was made without necessary prior approval
What is changing for daily life in France this December? A rise in fees for doctor consultations is a key change. There is also the opening of a new stretch of toll-barrier free - but paying - motorway
Big drop in state aid for electric cars in France: what is still available? Reduction in aid for buying an electric car to drop up to €3,000 for some households
Is it necessary to pay a French driving fine before contesting it? There is a time limit on contesting a fine you have received
Does France use ‘AI’ speed radars? What does this mean for drivers? Changes to how radars work are set to come into force next year
Parking ticket fraud on rise in France – how to avoid being scammed Beware of the increasingly common crime of ‘quishing’ via QR code
Mystery over how French driving fines continue to reach UK addresses Information sharing agreements ended when Brexit came into force in 2021, but the number of fines sent across the English Channel increased in 2023
Why parking fines in France are now more likely to be cancelled It comes after France’s highest administrative court found in a driver’s favour
Smartphone SOS alert saves driver's life in France after crash Crash Detection system is triggered by violent movement and sends message to emergency services
Will roadworthiness tests penalise drivers in France for removing emission-limiting liquid? AdBlue converts nitrous oxide particles, but has been criticised by drivers who believe it damaged their vehicles
One of main aids to purchase an electric car will end in France in 2025 Only the ecological bonus and social leasing will remain, but their amounts are as-yet unconfirmed
Ignoring this increasingly common French road sign could cost you €135 New driving rule relates to areas designated a zone à trafic limité
2024 Map: see where in France road speeds are reverting to 90km/h limit Several departments have made changes with more currently considering doing so
French carmarker provides solution for noisy roads Engineers utilise vehicle noise-cancelling data to identify road noise and reduce environmental impact
Are eyesight rules for drivers the same for licence-free cars in France? It can be advisable to get an eye test before purchasing a voiture sans permis
Uber drivers disrupt traffic in several areas of France, more action expected ‘Workers are increasingly insecure and most earn less than the minimum wage,’ said a union rep
LIST: What offences will France’s new AI cameras be able to detect? From 2025 the new cameras will see more than just excess speed
Citroën faces backlash in France over airbag delays Cars were recalled and drivers warned over faulty airbags
MAP: How likely are you to pass your French driving test by department? Your location could make more of a difference than you think