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Driving In France
Gassing Up
Gassing your vehicle is similar to the procedure in the US including the self service feature,
automatic shut off pumps, and the use of the credit card. Diesel is common in France and called
Gazol.
Highway Travel
Highway driving is very similar to travel in the US, Canada, and Mexico  with toll roads marked
"Peage", meaning you pay as you go.
You will not find convenience store on every
corner or strip malls at every crossroads so
stocking up with water, food, a thermos of
coffee, and gas before taking a trip can save
you money and time.
Prices for food, coffee, water, and the daily
incidentals can vary greatly throughout France
and Italy: the more tourists a place sees,
(usually) the higher the prices.

A cup of coffee "Café Creme Grand" in France
can cost 1.20 Euros in the country store or
"Café" bar,  to 3.50 Euros and up in Paris.
Lodging can vary similarly. Not much different
than price fluctuations in the US where a cup of
Dunkin Donut Coffee goes for $1.30 in the burbs
while a cup of coffee might cost $3.50 in Times
Square, Manhattan.
Auto Europe has made renting a car in Europe as easy as it can be. They have a wide assortment of
both Diesel and gas models, no mileage charge, and a liberal drop-off policy.  Shopping on line well in
advance can give you the best options. Luggage space will be a factor and the ability to drive a
standard shift car another consideration.  
Traffic Laws, International Traffic Symbols, Leasing, Renting
France highway driving is very similar to travel in the US  or Canada with
high speed toll roads, and rest areas/gas stops
In France the Traffic Laws, International Traffic Symbols, and  
Renting of an automobile varies little from the US or Canada
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