The 2026-2027 Stars and Stripes “European Road Guide” includes country-specific driving laws, vehicle purchase information and other essential details for drivers while stationed in Europe.
Learn about the car seat requirements for your child here.
Here is a list of special situations and driving rules to keep in mind while driving across Europe.
A vignette is a car sticker that drivers will have to fix to their windshield signifying that they have paid the appropriate taxes and fees necessary to drive along the highways of a particular country.
Here are a few winter driving tips while you are stationed in Europe.
Here is a quick guide to driving in Poland, whether for vacation or while stationed in the country.
Here are the road laws and regulations for drivers while in Spain.
Here is how to handle a car accident while in Europe. Note that 112 is the European emergency number, and can be called for free anywhere.
PCSing to or from Germany? Here is how to buy and sell new or used cars, and how to get them registered.
While stationed in Italy, you should know about these special driving laws, including ZTL enforcement and using your NATO fuel card.
If you just PCSed to England, here are some of the essential driving basics you need to know.
Here are details on legally driving in Germany after you PCS and fuel rations.
Here is how to buy a new or used vehicle and get it registered when PCSing to the UK.
Learn what you need to know about riding your motorcycle in Europe.
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