Here’s a little info for those of you planning a European jaunt. Beware the speed limit in France. Two strikes and you’re out! Mike Werner reports in Bikes in the Fast Lane on the new rules for riding motorcycles in France. He should know, because he lives there. So pay attention folks, there’s a new sheriff in town.
There’s a new sheriff in town, and his name is Nicholas Sarkozy, the Minister of Interior and Security.
The number one Presidential Election issue was road security, so he’s got “carte blanche” to change things. And he’s out with all guns blazing! (To be fair, he has brought down the number of traffic deaths by amazing numbers).
Starting June 2003, if you’re caught speeding 30 kms over the speed limit, you’ll loose your license for three years. Apparently, this now also applies for all EC members. Speeding fines are never really taken from abroad, but apparently, the license suspension is international. This still needs to be verified.
