Britons heading to Europe this year are being warned of several major driving law changes introduced in February which could see them pay more.
From February 1, motorists will see an average increase of 0.92 per cent in motorway toll rates across the country.
Motorway toll increases will affect all French routes, with prices varying depending on the motorway management company.
The rise comes despite earlier concerns that toll companies might implement steeper increases due to a new government tax.
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Drivers can pay tolls using cash, bank cards, or télépéage toll badges. The increases also apply to barrier-free motorways, including the A13/A14 routes.
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to allow smartphone payments for motorway tolls, adding a new payment option for motorists.
In the Alpes-Maritimes department, stricter penalties for road offences are being introduced, including longer licence suspension periods for various infractions.
Vehicle registration costs are also rising in several regions, with Normandy implementing the steepest increase.
Costs have seen a dramatic 30 per cent increase, rising from €46 (£38) to €60 (£50) per vehicle in the region.
This marks the second consecutive year of increases in the region, following last year's rise from €35 (£29) to €46 (£38).
The change affects the carte grise, which is the mandatory vehicle registration document in France.
Several other regions are also implementing higher registration costs, though Normandy's increase represents the highest rise.
In Alpes-Maritimes, the regional authority announced tougher penalties for road offences following what officials called "another bad year" in 2024.
The department recorded 785 accidents last year, resulting in 334 serious injuries and 55 fatalities.
Drink-driving will now result in eight-month licence suspensions, up from six months, while drug-driving or refusing breath tests will lead to 10 or 11-month suspensions, increased from six months.
Speeding over 40 km/h (25mph) will receive a six-month suspension regardless of exact speed. Mobile phone use while driving will now face three-month suspensions, up from one month.
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From February 1, motorists will see an average increase of 0.92 per cent in motorway toll rates across the country.
Motorway toll increases will affect all French routes, with prices varying depending on the motorway management company.
The rise comes despite earlier concerns that toll companies might implement steeper increases due to a new government tax.
Do you have a story you'd like to share? Get in touch by emailing [email protected]
Drivers can pay tolls using cash, bank cards, or télépéage toll badges. The increases also apply to barrier-free motorways, including the A13/A14 routes.
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to allow smartphone payments for motorway tolls, adding a new payment option for motorists.
In the Alpes-Maritimes department, stricter penalties for road offences are being introduced, including longer licence suspension periods for various infractions.
Vehicle registration costs are also rising in several regions, with Normandy implementing the steepest increase.
Costs have seen a dramatic 30 per cent increase, rising from €46 (£38) to €60 (£50) per vehicle in the region.
This marks the second consecutive year of increases in the region, following last year's rise from €35 (£29) to €46 (£38).
The change affects the carte grise, which is the mandatory vehicle registration document in France.
Several other regions are also implementing higher registration costs, though Normandy's increase represents the highest rise.
In Alpes-Maritimes, the regional authority announced tougher penalties for road offences following what officials called "another bad year" in 2024.
The department recorded 785 accidents last year, resulting in 334 serious injuries and 55 fatalities.
Drink-driving will now result in eight-month licence suspensions, up from six months, while drug-driving or refusing breath tests will lead to 10 or 11-month suspensions, increased from six months.
Speeding over 40 km/h (25mph) will receive a six-month suspension regardless of exact speed. Mobile phone use while driving will now face three-month suspensions, up from one month.
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Electric vehicle owners will see significant savings as regulated electricity prices drop by 15 per cent from February 1.
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