eurotunnel - going tomorrow bit worried

tomstickland

Now just noticed I am supposed to have a GB sticker, adjusted headlights, a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a spare bulb kit and a warning triangle.

You can buy most of this stuff at the port. Ferries sell it for a bit more than it costs away from the ports.
GB Sticker - magnetic stickers are a few pounds.
Headlights- buy stick on diffusers, few pounds.
Spare bulb kit - few pounds at Halfrauds.
First aid and warning triangle - same.

I sorted all of this stuff out so if I was pulled over for anything I would be able to tick all the boxes. The chances of being pulled over are pretty slim. The French have a legal limit close to 80mph, and seem to travel at around 85-90 most of the time without any hassle.

BillScarab

Check if you can adjust the lights on your car to comply. I can on mine, takes about ten minutes and avoids using the horrible sticky things. I thought you were supposed to have a Hi-Viz vest/jacket as well nowadays?

zappahey

Keith wrote: »

You only need the warning triangle if your car has no hazards.

No, the triangle is compulsory in many countries on the mainland, including France.

It's also compulsory to have a hi-visibility vest for every vehicle occupant.

Keith

Now, I'm not one to post incorrect information but either you or the AA is wrong.

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]DRIVING REQUIREMENTS[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]France[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]GB Sticker (5)[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]C[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Warning Triangle[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]R (9)[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Reflective Jacket/Waistcoat[/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] [/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]R[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]First Aid Kit[/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] [/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]NO[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Fire Extinguisher (6)[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]NO[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Headlamp Adjustment (12)[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]C[/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]C[/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] = COMPULSORY[/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]R[/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] = Recommended by AA/respective Country[/FONT]

The use of hazard warning lights or a warning triangle is compulsory in an accident/breakdown situation.

A warning triangle is recommended for breakdowns on bends, but it is not compulsory equipment if the vehicle is fitted with Hazard lights