Driving in France

Like most countries in the world France is trying to protect 2 wheeled road users. Motorcycles are always in danger of not being seen and accidents are often ugly. In recent years major French cities have started using Velibs or public rental bicycles. The Velibes make it easy to travel around major cities but they present a danger to motorists and themselves. France has just started a campaign to watch out for all travellers in two wheels while driving. Keep your eyes open at all times.

France is considered a safe place to drive and motorists take care to watch out for each other. Many road improvements have been made over the last 20years to keep the roads safe and it has been paying off. While accident rates have dropped drastically over the years it is always wise to take care on the road. Watch out for large trucks that use the motorways. These trucks cover alot of road in just one day and drive at high speeds. Stay out of their way when you can.

No one plans on getting in a car accident when they are travelling but it is better to be prepared just in case. After any accident a police presence is required. The police issue statements in triplicate for you, the other driver and for official records. You will need these police reports for your auto insurance later. If there is no policeman present at the scene both drivers should go together to seek one out if a telephone is not available or not within phone range. Police reports are vital.
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New laws in France make drunk drivers pay dearly. The blood alcohol limit in France is .05% and if you are above this limit you will get a fine. If your blood alcohol level surpasses .08% then you are in danger of getting your car taken away from you as punishment. Your car and your licence will be taken away and you will end up in a ton of legal trouble that is sure to ruin your travel plans. Police officers carry breathalyzer tests in their cars and failure to take one is a punishable offence too.
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France has three types of common fuel found at the gas pumps. Diesel (Diesel, gasoil or gazole), lead-free 95RON-octane gasoline (Sans plomb 95), lead-free 98RON-octane gasoline (Sans plomb 98) are the common types. Deisel is self explanatory if you note the French terms for it. Most cars run on 98 or 95 Octane fuel. When looking for a petrol station keep a eye out for grocery stores since they usually have one attached to them. Beware that most gas stations are closed on Sundays and Holidays.