first time driving

[keffus]

its my first time drivin to limoge in france, i was wonderin if u have any tips ? travellin on the 10.30 night ferry. ..1... ie.. is it best to fill up in dover(petrol) i was told french petrol stations shut at 10.30. ..2.. is it best to use credit card at toll rds or cash,( cause i aint got a credit card). .3.. insurance whats best(traveling)... 4... car insurance, do i need a green card., from my insurance. if so when am i best applyin for it.. (goin in may 2nd week)..

thanks any help grate fully accepted.

[Stig]

You must contact your insurance and tell them you are taking the car abroad it may cost you a bit more to bolt on european cover for driving in france unless you have a policy like mine which gives it you automatically but the insurance company still want to know when im going abroad where to and for how long as there is a limit to how much time can be spent on foreign roads per year without paying extra .
Always tell your insurance company make sure all the Ts are crossed etc asyou know what they are like should they ever have to pay out

[TheDoctor46]

If it was me personally i'd get a credit card, i know there a burden to some people but i tell you what for situations like going abroad they can save your ass in emergencys but thats my opinion

I would fill up in Dover to be on the safe side but then again there are a few 24hrs in France but its not worth taking the risk

Oh and don't forget to drive on the right hand side of the road when your there

[skilledhandz]

You need a bulb pack incase one of your lights goes off (the bobbies will pick you up if one goes off) you need green vests incase of an emergency (compulsory).You can pay at the tolls by credit card or euros.There are lots of 24 hour fuel stations open but have at least half a tank coming off the boat.Make sure your insurance co are aware of were your off too and get a break down insurance just incase (green flag).Personal insurance is around £10 from sainsburys.Your on a long drive there buddy a plane to that area of france is usually a cheaper option but you have to hire the gear.Good luck.

[keffus]

cheers lads.. i`m taking it all in.. keep it coming thanx..

[Wooly]

I'd echo what everyone else has said - breakdown cover, insurance, green card etc.
I've often driven to Limoges myself (Millstone Pool, Meadow Lake). Where are you landing in France? Are you confident with the route, or do you want any advice on route selection?

[keffus]

Originally Posted by Wooly

I'd echo what everyone else has said - breakdown cover, insurance, green card etc.
I've often driven to Limoges myself (Millstone Pool, Meadow Lake). Where are you landing in France? Are you confident with the route, or do you want any advice on route selection?

yes i think i should be ok on the route ,got myself a sat nav.. plus route planner from sea france.. plus the good old map.. headin to lac serriere nr coussac bonneval.. dover to calais crossing thats all booked up £57 return for two of us. thanx wooly

[garethh]

You also need to have a reflective Triangle in your car too!!!

[Baza]

sure you need a first aid kit by law too mate.

[sky pod]

24 hour garage just outside of the port follow the trucks.good luck and enjoy it

[keffus]

Originally Posted by sky pod

24 hour garage just outside of the port follow the trucks.good luck and enjoy it

thanks mate. i`ll certainly will enjoy it.. and hopefully bag me a good un..

[keffus]

right sorted car insurance ...green card only cost £18. 90 on top of my fully comp. phew.

bulb kit, warnin triangle , headlight deflectors, green vests(courtesey of work), first aid kit.. breakdown cover .. travel insurance... my ehic card..
think thats it? oh and my GB sticker

[FURNI]

There are quite a few 24 hr petrol stations and im sure there is one as soon as you get in calais but dont take my word for it, good luck and have a good trip

[HAWTHORN]

If you can, get the credit card. Use it to pay the tolls and for petrol, keep the cash for places that don`t take the card. Don`t forget to inform the card company you are taking it abroad. Cut it up when you come home

Good luck, have a great trip

[FURNI]

Like hawthorne said make sure you cut it up when you get home or before you know it you will have new rods, reels, alarms and on and on