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I think hi-vis, breathalysers, triangle are compulsory IIRC. Bulb set also - however it doesn't matter if it's not the right one for your car, as long as you have one. I've moved the same old set that I bought about 6 cars ago over to every new car I've had, I think the car I've got now is all fancy sealed LED lights so I've got no clue where to start with that 😅
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No need for a breathalyser any more.
Hi Viz jacket is supposed to be in the and easily to hand, so keep mine in a door pocket;
Bulb kit, which a joke as so many cars have no working bulbs;
Warning triangle and first aid kit;
If you see an accident you are supposed to stop and offer first aid I think. Good samaritan laws ring a bell.
lynx
What’s required to drive in France, and is it more complicated than just buying one of these?
AA Euro Travel Kit AA6318 - for Driving in France/Europe - Includes Zipped Storage Bag and UK Identifier, Multicolour https://amzn.eu/d/6HuVNRS
I’ve read and heard lots of different things. I believe you need to display ‘UK’ vs ‘GB’, which this kit would cover.
Would I need extra hi-viz for all passengers? Do you really need breathalysers? I have one spare headlight bulb at home, if I pack that, does that cover me if I’m stopped? (Edit: just realised there’s some sort of bulb set in the AA kit anyway).
Someone I spoke to even mentioned having a ‘green card’, but pretty sure that’s not required: https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-insurance/driving-abroad