When Driving to Europe from Britain, do I need to buy special GB plates?
Driving in France 1. You must carry all your original documents, including both parts of your driving licence and the vehicle registration document. 2. You are required by law to display GB country sticker if your number plates do bear EU logo. 3. You must carry a warning reflective triangle (may be kept in the boot) 4. You must carry at least 1 reflective jacket which must be in the passenger compartment of the car, most French drivers drape it over the back of the drivers seat. 4. You must carry a spare bulb kit for your car. 5. If you break down on the French Motorways there is a compulsory tow off fee of at least €120, more after midnight and before 0600, more on bank holidays as well. If the breakdown is minor the garage will often make a minor repair for free. 6. Garages in small towns usually close after mid day on Saturday and all day Sunday and fuel is only available in major towns or on the motorways. 7. French garages with ‘credit card operated pumps’ do not accept foreign c
