Driving

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?

Several social media posts show people claiming to have been fined for using smartphone while ‘driving’ when paying

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Drivers of SUVs to face higher parking fees in Bordeaux

The decision to penalise larger vehicles follows a similar but stronger measure in Paris

MAP: Which French region has most speed radars? See locations near you

Speed cameras across France are slowly being upgraded

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

The ‘breakdown warning triangle’ required in France will no longer be permitted for this purpose in Spain

Can drivers have a personalised car number plate in France?

France changed its number plate system in 2009

Crit’Air air pollution car stickers: can you get these by post in France?

Dozens of new low-emissions zones were introduced earlier this month

Speed limits reduced in Normandy due to air pollution spike

Air pollution in some parts is described as ‘very poor’

Riding between lanes now legal for all motorcyclists in France – under certain conditions

Government legalises manoeuvre after eight years of trials

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

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

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 under 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

Why are French roundabouts so confusing?

There are actually two types with different rules

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

How many electric vehicle charging ports are in France and where?

Interactive maps can help drivers find available ports

Do licence-free vehicles in France require a roadworthiness test?

Law change in April 2024 saw motorbikes require contrôle technique tests

Exploring the complexities of private roads and access rights in France

Droit de passage rules can sometimes lead to decades-long disputes

Record rise in driving fines in France: what offences and how caught

There are over 1,000 offences that can result in fines

Driving through fog in France: rules and penalties for infractions

Many vehicles are now equipped with special fog lights

Can UK car insurance be extended to provide cover in France?

Standard policies last for 90 to 180 days

Number of wrongly issued driving fines rising in France: how to appeal

Here is how to contest a parking ticket if you believe it was issued in error

Driver discovers she is subscribed to insurance as she pays French parking fee

She said she had never asked for or wanted the insurance and had to right to be refunded

ZTL (limited traffic zone) in Paris: when will fines begin and how much?

Central parts of the city are now closed to many drivers

Taxi drivers in Toulouse stage ‘snail’ protests against sector deregulation

Travel towards the airport or main train station is set to be affected by

What do the different number plate colours of cars mean in France?

Standard passenger vehicles must be white, but do you know what the other colours signify?

Important changes for drivers in central Paris from November 4

A 5.5 km2 zone in the centre will now have traffic limitations in place

Driving

Car fuel prices are rising in France: This is why - but will it continue?

Use these websites to check against numberplate fraud on barrier-free French motorways

Can drivers be fined for using their phone to pay at tolls in France?

Drivers of SUVs to face higher parking fees in Bordeaux

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Renewing a Brexit WA residency card early in France

SEE: The medieval bastide villages of south-west France

Drivers will need new equipment soon to visit Spain from France

Confirmed: Electricity bills to drop by 15% from February for most French households

Now is the time to act against this garden pest in France

Tap water contamination: Is your French region highlighted in new report?

Guess the French region with the help of this clue: A lovely composition

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 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

Driving in France: when you can overtake on the right-hand side

Videos: hundreds of classic cars drive through Paris

U-turn (again) over motorbikes riding between lanes in queues on certain French roads

Drivers face ‘stop’ sign every 30 metres in trial in western France

Ranking shows French cities with the most, and fewest, traffic jams

How to pay French free-flow motorway fee in rental car without toll badge?

What changes with French driving licences in 2025?

Two Britons badly hurt after car leaves road in Normandy

Are electric vehicle grants applicable for hybrid vehicles in France?

Major road tunnel between France and Italy set to reopen after ten years of construction work

2025 MAP: France’s new clean air driving zones and their rules

Can télépéage motorway toll badges be used in French hire cars?

15 changes in France from January 1, 2025

More unmarked radar cars to catch speeders in France: where and how they work

Peugeot hit by cyberattack in France with clients’ personal data stolen

No snow tyre fines in France this winter – but insurers may require them

Cars and driving: What's new in France in 2025

Traffic warnings in France as Christmas holidays begin: which roads to avoid?

Car fuel sold at cost price at many Intermarché supermarkets today and tomorrow

What fines do motorcyclists risk after trial for ‘inter-filing’ on French roads ends?

Are there rules to follow when changing a vehicle’s numberplate in France?

Camper vans on the road in France boost local economy

Police warn drivers of car headlights rules in France

Christmas parties: what are drink-drive limits and breathalyser rules in France?

How to recognise French road signs for recommended, not obligatory, behaviour

French road sign expands to Spain - but most drivers unaware of its meaning

Photo: French police stop driver over car covered in Christmas lights

New pollution bans from January: Which cars and which cities in France?

Fréjus Tunnel that connects France and Italy to close this weekend

Do drivers have to change number plates if they move to new French department?

What to do if télépéage badge not detected on French free-flow motorway?

The Code de la route has changed for cyclists in France

12,500 French parking fines cancelled after IT bug

See which offences can result in a car being impounded in France

Drivers can now get proof of driving licence online in France

Pay to park by income: Where in France and how does it work?

Driver arrested after dodging French motorway tolls with ‘kind words’ trick

When is a CT roadworthiness test needed to sell a vehicle in France?

Hospital transport change: French taxi driver protests cause 490km of traffic jams

Angry drivers launch court action against 50 km/h speed limit on Paris ring road

What is changing for daily life in France this December?

Big drop in state aid for electric cars in France: what is still available?

Is it necessary to pay a French driving fine before contesting it?

Does France use ‘AI’ speed radars? What does this mean for drivers?

Parking ticket fraud on rise in France – how to avoid being scammed

Mystery over how French driving fines continue to reach UK addresses

Why parking fines in France are now more likely to be cancelled

Why are French roundabouts so confusing?

Smartphone SOS alert saves driver's life in France after crash

Will roadworthiness tests penalise drivers in France for removing emission-limiting liquid?

One of main aids to purchase an electric car will end in France in 2025

Ignoring this increasingly common French road sign could cost you €135

2024 Map: see where in France road speeds are reverting to 90km/h limit

French carmarker provides solution for noisy roads

Are eyesight rules for drivers the same for licence-free cars in France?

Uber drivers disrupt traffic in several areas of France, more action expected

LIST: What offences will France’s new AI cameras be able to detect?

Citroën faces backlash in France over airbag delays

MAP: How likely are you to pass your French driving test by department?