UK drivers urged to beware of foreign winter motoring laws
publication date: Dec 24, 2008
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author/source: Robin Roberts
| Motorists lucky enough to be driving on the continent this New Year risk on-the-spot fines.
Drivers need to carry a host of safety products including fluorescent vests, at least one warning triangle and show a GB sticker. If you’re driving to a Ski resort and don’t have snow chains you could be fined, refused access to the mountain and ordered to leave your vehicle – worst still you could have a serious accident. UK motorists are easy to identify by their number plates. Additional regulation in recent years means many Brit’s are unaware they are breaking the law as they leave the UK. Unfortunately, ignorance is no excuse for breaking the law – especially for the French police who are experienced at catching unsuspecting British drivers. Mail Order specialist, Car Parts Direct supply a complete European Travel kit that includes a warning triangle, a compulsory spare bulb & fuse kit, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, GB sticker, headlamp deflector kit and yellow breakdown vest. |  |
| Importantly, there’s also an aerosol instant tyre fix in the kit.
The third most common reason for breakdown is a flat tyre and the dangers of changing a wheel on a busy road in a foreign country mean it is best avoided. The tyre fix inflates the tyre and seals most leaks in less than a minute – and there is no need to remove the wheel or tyre. The kit is supplied in a handy holdall with Velcro backing so it secures neatly in to the boot, taking up minimal space – the complete European Travel kit costs £69. An easy to fit Three- minute Snow Chain kit is also available. As the name suggests it's designed for fast fitting and is supplied in a compact container for easy storage. Motorists ordering snow chains from Car Parts Direct are able to return them for a replacement set if they are unused and receive half their cost back – the Three minute snow chains kit costs £69.00. For useful information when travelling abroad and to order the European Travel kit and Three minute snow chain kit visit the Car Parts Direct website from our link on the left. | |
