Why are French cars not sold in the US?

The problem that French cars had in the US was that they were designed for the French, not Americans. They were smaller and more economical due to much higher fuel prices in Europe. They were designed more for a comfortable ride and passable handling than acceleration and speed.

What is the most unreliable car brand in the world?

Most Unreliable Car: Volvo XC90 Although Volvo has a reputation for safety and security, it also has a reputation as less reliable than other luxury brands like Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. According to owner surveys, The Volvo XC90 is cited as the brand’s least reliable model.

Do you have to buy a French car?

You don’t have to buy French France, Germany and the USA fight it out for the title of who built the first car, but France is rightly proud of its car industry and most buyers do buy French. Although there’s a wide choice of French makes of car (and of course garages which readily stock spare parts etc.) don’t be afraid to buy a foreign car.

Are French cars better quality than German cars?

While it can be said the the quality of French cars has been up and down since they their existence, so has many other brands. German cars have built a reputation on superior engineering but they certainly don’t have superior long term reliability (or quality).

What are the rules for buying a second hand car in France?

All second-hand cars in France over four years old need to have passed a Controle Technique (similar to the MOT) which must have been done six months before the date of sale. The sticker is always adhered to the windscreen along with the insurance certificate.

Can I Keep my British driving licence in France?

You can keep your British licence, but if you are planning on making France your main home, it is wiser to change to a French one. The French have the reverse system to ours in that you start off with 12 points and any infraction means you will lose a point or more, depending on how serious it is.