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Driver Safety

Driver safety is much more than a legal obligation: it is a key factor in performance, profitability, and brand image. With Dadycar, protect your teams and optimize your fleet management.

Emissions inspection in 2026: rules and intervals for your fleet

The emissions inspection is the "emissions" part of the periodic technical inspection: smoke opacity for diesel, exhaust gas for petrol, on-board diagnostics readout. Cars and light commercial vehicles take it at 4 years then every 2 years; combustion vans add an annual emissions visit. Failure to have it done: a €135 fine and possible immobilization.

Business travel and labor laws

Business travel is subject to specific rules under the Labor Code, which companies often struggle to understand. From travel time to expense reimbursement, safety, and insurance, this article reviews the legal obligations and offers practical solutions, such as Dadycar, to structure and optimize their management.

Vehicle benefit in kind 2026: scale, calculation and what employers need to know

The benefit-in-kind scale applicable in 2026: 15% of the purchase cost for a vehicle five years old or less, 10% beyond, 50% of the total annual cost for a leased vehicle. Electric vehicles meeting the minimum eco-score qualify for a 50% or 70% allowance, capped at €4,641.60 a year. Detailed scale, comparison with the previous regime, worked examples and audit risk points.

Vehicle Registration System (SIV)

This article explores the strategic role of the Vehicle Registration System (SIV) in corporate fleet management and shows how tools such as Dadycar facilitate license plate tracking, regulatory compliance, and the administrative organization of commercial cars and trucks.

Types of electric vehicle charging stations: which one should you choose?

Everything you need to know to choose the right charging station for your company's electric vehicles. AC or DC? Power, cost, use… This practical guide explains the differences between the types of charging stations and helps you define the best charging strategy for your company fleet.

Odometer: the complete guide to making the right choice

The odometer is much more than a counter: it is a gold mine for your fleet management. From collecting the data to putting it to strategic use, this article helps you choose the right device and shows you how to get the most out of it with the latest technologies, including the Dadycar solution.

ZFE 2026: French low-emission zones, Crit'Air rules and fines for fleets

France's low-emission zones (ZFE) remain in force in 2026: the Constitutional Council struck down their abolition on 21 May 2026. Greater Paris and Lyon have banned Crit'Air 3 cars since 1 January 2025; Greater Paris keeps information-only checks until 31 December 2026, Grenoble until 30 June 2027. Fines, exemptions and an action plan for fleets.

Table of driving and rest times for heavy goods vehicle drivers

This article explains the European regulations governing driving and rest times for truck drivers. From the maximum permitted driving time to mandatory breaks, double crews, and penalties for non-compliance, you will find a comprehensive guide to ensuring your fleet's compliance and your drivers' safety.

TVS 2026: rates and calculation of company vehicle taxes

Former TVS in 2026: the air pollutant tax rises to €130 (category 1) and €650 (most polluting vehicles), then €160 and €800 in 2027. WLTP CO₂ scale, exemptions, pro rata, filing and ways to cut the bill, with a look at the annual incentive tax for large fleets.

Summary

The Dadycar blog page 2 aggregates articles on fleet management, regulation, and costs. It covers topics such as emissions inspection rules for 2026, business travel labor laws, vehicle benefit-in-kind scales, the French Vehicle Registration System (SIV), electric vehicle charging stations, odometers, low-emission zones (ZFE), driving and rest times for truck drivers, and the 2026 TVS company vehicle tax. Each article summary includes specific regulatory figures and compliance deadlines.

Key Facts

The emissions inspection for cars and light commercial vehicles is required at 4 years then every 2 years, with combustion vans adding an annual emissions visit.

Failure to complete the emissions inspection results in a €135 fine and possible immobilization.

The 2026 benefit-in-kind scale is 15% of the purchase cost for a vehicle five years old or less, 10% beyond, and 50% of the total annual cost for a leased vehicle.

Electric vehicles meeting the minimum eco-score qualify for a 50% or 70% benefit-in-kind allowance, capped at €4,641.60 a year.

France's Constitutional Council struck down the abolition of low-emission zones (ZFE) on 21 May 2026, keeping them in force.

Greater Paris and Lyon have banned Crit'Air 3 cars since 1 January 2025, with Greater Paris keeping information-only checks until 31 December 2026 and Grenoble until 30 June 2027.

The TVS air pollutant tax rises to €130 for category 1 and €650 for the most polluting vehicles in 2026, then to €160 and €800 in 2027.

The Dadycar blog covers fleet management topics including driver safety, business travel labor laws, vehicle registration, electric vehicle charging, odometers, and driving/rest times for truck drivers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the emissions inspection rules and intervals for a fleet in 2026?

Cars and light commercial vehicles take the emissions inspection at 4 years then every 2 years; combustion vans add an annual emissions visit. Failure to have it done results in a €135 fine and possible immobilization.

What is the vehicle benefit-in-kind scale for 2026?

The 2026 benefit-in-kind scale is 15% of the purchase cost for a vehicle five years old or less, 10% beyond, and 50% of the total annual cost for a leased vehicle. Electric vehicles meeting the minimum eco-score qualify for a 50% or 70% allowance, capped at €4,641.60 a year.

What are the ZFE 2026 rules and Crit'Air restrictions for fleets in France?

France's low-emission zones (ZFE) remain in force in 2026 after the Constitutional Council struck down their abolition on 21 May 2026. Greater Paris and Lyon have banned Crit'Air 3 cars since 1 January 2025; Greater Paris keeps information-only checks until 31 December 2026, Grenoble until 30 June 2027.

What are the TVS 2026 rates and calculation rules for company vehicles?

The air pollutant tax rises to €130 (category 1) and €650 (most polluting vehicles) in 2026, then €160 and €800 in 2027. The tax uses the WLTP CO₂ scale and includes exemptions, pro rata, filing requirements, and a look at the annual incentive tax for large fleets.

What are the driving and rest time rules for heavy goods vehicle drivers?

European regulations govern driving and rest times for truck drivers, covering maximum permitted driving time, mandatory breaks, double crews, and penalties for non-compliance.