{"id":35698,"date":"2026-03-30T11:21:33","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T10:21:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/?p=35698"},"modified":"2026-03-30T11:26:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T10:26:22","slug":"the-enthusiasts-guide-to-driving-abroad-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/the-enthusiasts-guide-to-driving-abroad-in-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"The Enthusiast\u2019s Guide to Driving Abroad in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For the classic or sports car owner, a European road trip is a wonderful way to explore new places and stretch your vehicle\u2019s legs. However, 2026 has introduced new &#8220;digital borders&#8221; and stricter urban access laws that can catch the unwary driver off guard. Whether you\u2019re hustling a \u201860s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/the-jaguar-e-type-five-things-you-need-to-know\/\">E-type<\/a> through the Alps or taking a modern <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/list\/35\/gt3\/\">GT3<\/a> on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/nurburgring-green-hell-or-petrolhead-heaven\/\">N\u00fcrburgring<\/a> pilgrimage, here is what you need to know when driving abroad in 2026.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #036300;\">1. Navigating the &#8220;Digital Border&#8221;: ETIAS &amp; Permits<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Scheduled for the last quarter of 2026, the ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is a new, mandatory digital travel security screening system.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; UK drivers must apply online for travel authorisation before departure. It will cost approximately \u20ac7 (\u00a36) and is valid for three years.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; IDP Status: For those with old-style paper driving licenses, ensure you have the 1968 Convention IDP. Some local authorities in rural Italy or Spain still prioritise paper permits over digital UK licenses during roadside checks.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-35713\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/526d3688-ea08-41e5-b2b0-62139ed25c62-1800x1200-1-800x533.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/526d3688-ea08-41e5-b2b0-62139ed25c62-1800x1200-1-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/526d3688-ea08-41e5-b2b0-62139ed25c62-1800x1200-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/526d3688-ea08-41e5-b2b0-62139ed25c62-1800x1200-1-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/526d3688-ea08-41e5-b2b0-62139ed25c62-1800x1200-1-765x510.webp 765w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/526d3688-ea08-41e5-b2b0-62139ed25c62-1800x1200-1-1020x680.webp 1020w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/526d3688-ea08-41e5-b2b0-62139ed25c62-1800x1200-1.webp 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #036300;\">2. The Classic Car &#8220;Low Emission&#8221; Minefield<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<p>The biggest threat to a classic road trip in 2026 is the expansion of Low Emission Zones (LEZ).<\/p>\n<p><strong>France (Crit&#8217;Air)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Most cars registered before 1997 cannot get a sticker and are technically banned from major city centres (Paris, Lyon, Marseille) during weekdays.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; \u201cCollection\u201d status: In France, if your car is over 30 years old and has a &#8220;Carte Grise de Collection&#8221; (or equivalent UK heritage status), you may be exempt, but you must often apply for a specific local permit in advance.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Euro 6 compliance: Modern performance cars (Euro 6) are generally safe, but you must display the physical sticker (Crit\u2019Air 1 or 2) to avoid automatic camera fines.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\"><strong>Germany (Umweltzone) <\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">&#8211; Green Emission Badges are mandatory for almost all city centres (over 80 cities, including Berlin, Munich, and Cologne).<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\">&#8211; If you see a sign saying &#8220;Umweltzone,&#8221; you must have a green sticker (Euro 4 or higher for petrol, Euro 6 for diesel) displayed on your windscreen.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\">&#8211; Classic Car Exception: Cars over 30 years old are theoretically exempt, but you must display an &#8220;H&#8221; plate (historical) or have equivalent documentation visible. To avoid a roadside debate, most classic owners simply buy the sticker if their car meets the standard.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\">&#8211; Cost: Approximately \u20ac6\u2013\u20ac15 if ordered in advance. Do not buy from third-party &#8220;reseller&#8221; sites charging \u00a340+; use the official city portals or T\u00dcV S\u00dcD.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Belgium: (LEZ)<\/b><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10\">&#8211; Belgium uses a camera-based (ANPR) system with no physical stickers, but registration is mandatory.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\">&#8211; The Rule: You must register your UK car on the specific city website (e.g., <i data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\">lez.brussels<\/i>) before entering. Registration is free and valid for several years.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\">&#8211; 2026 Update: Brussels has tightened its &#8220;Phase 3&#8221; restrictions. Most pre-Euro 2 petrol cars (pre-1997) and Euro 5 diesels are now heavily restricted.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\">&#8211; Classic Cars: You can apply for a &#8220;classic car&#8221; exemption if your vehicle is over 30 years old, but you must still register it on the portal first.<\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-35714\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Un-check-prima-della-partenza-1800x1200-1-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Un-check-prima-della-partenza-1800x1200-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Un-check-prima-della-partenza-1800x1200-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Un-check-prima-della-partenza-1800x1200-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Un-check-prima-della-partenza-1800x1200-1-765x510.jpg 765w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Un-check-prima-della-partenza-1800x1200-1-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Un-check-prima-della-partenza-1800x1200-1.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #036300;\">3. Technical Essentials for Classic and Collector Vehicles<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<p>Standard &#8220;Euro-Kits&#8221; are often inadequate for high-performance or vintage cars.<\/p>\n<p><strong>UK Sticker<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Buy the right badge: Many classics have aluminium or fibreglass bodies. Ensure you have a non-marking adhesive &#8220;UK&#8221; badge, as magnetic ones won&#8217;t stick to some cars. Also, ensure your \u201cUK\u201d badge is a compliant size and style, as badges of all shapes and sizes are available in shops and online.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; The correct, legal size for a UK car sticker when driving abroad is typically an oval shape, roughly 18cm x 13.3cm or 18cm x 11.5cm. It must feature black block letters &#8220;UK&#8221; on a white background. The sticker must be clearly displayed on the rear of the vehicle, distinct from the number plate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>E5 vs. E10 Fuel<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Beware of ethanol content: E10 is now the standard &#8220;95&#8221; across Europe. For classic rubber seals and carburettors, you must look for &#8220;98 Super Sans Plomb&#8221; (E5) to avoid fuel system issues.<\/p>\n<p><strong>LED Headlamps<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; If you&#8217;ve upgraded your classic to LED lighting, standard &#8220;stick-on&#8221; deflectors may not work. You may need to manually adjust the internal housing to avoid a fine.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Oil &amp; Fluids<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Don&#8217;t rely on foreign supermarkets for specialist oils; carry at least two litres of your preferred brand. While you should be able to find the oils you need if you look hard enough, it\u2019s much less stressful if you\u2019ve already got a supply on you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Breathalyser Myth<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Many &#8220;Euro-Kits&#8221; will include breathalysers. Indeed, it was previously a legal requirement to carry one in your vehicle when travelling in France. This law was reversed in 2020, so it&#8217;s no longer enforced.<\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-35715\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ASI-Circuito-Tricolore-In-moto-sulle-Alpi-2024-_08-1800x1200-1-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ASI-Circuito-Tricolore-In-moto-sulle-Alpi-2024-_08-1800x1200-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ASI-Circuito-Tricolore-In-moto-sulle-Alpi-2024-_08-1800x1200-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ASI-Circuito-Tricolore-In-moto-sulle-Alpi-2024-_08-1800x1200-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ASI-Circuito-Tricolore-In-moto-sulle-Alpi-2024-_08-1800x1200-1-765x510.jpg 765w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ASI-Circuito-Tricolore-In-moto-sulle-Alpi-2024-_08-1800x1200-1-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ASI-Circuito-Tricolore-In-moto-sulle-Alpi-2024-_08-1800x1200-1.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #036300;\">4. Security and Breakdown<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In 2026, classic car theft in tourist hotspots has seen a rise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>GPS Trackers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Ensure your tracker works on European roaming frequencies. Some older &#8220;2G&#8221; units may no longer have network coverage in parts of the EU.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Recovery<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Standard breakdown cover often excludes &#8220;repatriation&#8221; for cars over 20 years old. Verify your policy specifically covers a flat-bed recovery back to the UK. Tying a classic to a standard tow-bar can damage low-slung valances or delicate suspension.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"><strong>High-visibility Vests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\">&#8211; While this rule varies between countries, it is best practice to have visibility vests for all occupants. In France, Spain, Italy, and several other EU countries, the law states that you must be able to put the vest on before exiting the vehicle in the event of a breakdown or accident.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\">&#8211; If you are stopped and the officer asks to see your vest, and you have to get out of the car to retrieve it from the boot, you have technically already broken the law. Fines start at \u20ac90 to \u20ac135 on the spot.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Insurance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Ensure your insurance policy covers driving abroad. Most do, but some policies have restrictions, so it\u2019s imperative you\u2019re clear on what your cover includes.<\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2025\/01\/1971_Monteverdi_375L_High_Speed-765x510.jpg\" alt=\"Monteverdi, High Speed, Monteverdi High Speed, Monteverdi 375, 375S, 375L, classic GT car for sale, Monteverdi for sale, classic car, retro car, motoring, automotive, car and classic, carandclassic.co.uk, carandclassic.com, rare car, V8, Peter Monteverdi, Grand Tourer for sale\"><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #036300;\">5. Top 2026 Driving Routes for Sports Cars<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<p><strong>The Swiss Passes (Susten &amp; Furka)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211;&nbsp; New speed-averaging cameras have been installed for 2026. Save the &#8220;spirited&#8221; driving for the designated uphill sections where cameras are less frequent and adhere to local speed limits.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Route Napol\u00e9on (France)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8211;&nbsp; Now features significantly more &#8220;Zone 30&#8221; (30kph) areas in the villages.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Picos de Europa (Spain)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Still the best-kept secret for 2026, offering incredible tarmac with far fewer LEZ restrictions than the coastal cities.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/no-place-like-home-five-essential-uk-and-ireland-road-trips\/\">5 Essential UK Road Trips \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/five-great-driving-roads\/\">5 Great Driving Roads \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carandclassic.com\/magazine\/app\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Phantom_2-765x509.jpg\" alt=\"Rolls-Royce, Phantom, British car, luxury car, bespoke car, motoring, automotive, classic car, retro car, car and classic, iconic car, carandclassic.co.uk, carandclassic.com, modern classic, classic Rolls-Royce, classic Rolls-Royce for sale, Rolls-Royce Phantom for sale, birthday, anniversary, 100 years, coach-built, RR\"><\/p>\n<h3>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #036300;\">Driver&#8217;s Checklist Before Departure:<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>V5C Original:<\/strong> Digital copies are not accepted at the border or by the Gendarmerie.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Insurance Green Card:<\/strong> While not mandatory for the EU, it is highly recommended as a &#8220;proof of cover&#8221; document to speed up roadside checks.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Spare Parts Kit:<\/strong> At a minimum, carry a spare points\/condenser (if applicable), a fan belt, and a set of spark plugs. Even if you don\u2019t have the skills to mend your car at the roadside, it pays to carry the parts a mechanic can use to get you back on the road as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/driving-abroad\">Check official GOV UK guidance \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;<em>Just remember this &#8211; in this country they drive on the wrong side of the road.<\/em>&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Michael Caine&#8217;s Charlie Croker in <em>The Italian Job,<\/em> 1969<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For the classic or sports car owner, a European road trip is a wonderful way to explore new places and stretch your vehicle\u2019s legs. 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