OK. My fault. I said "flares" instead of "road triangles." Same thing to me.

I agree about the car seats in taxis.

Flares could set the tinderbox countryside alight. It is against the law to even throw a cigarette butt out of the window. Hold on yet another law!

<i> I said "flares" instead of "road triangles." </i>

I still have mine from when we had to purchase one to cross the border into Italy in 1967.

Michel; They may come back into fashion one day ;-)
back on subject. This is perhaps the best website which cover the road regulations within the EU counties I can find.
http://ec.europa.eu/transport/road_s.../index_en.htm#
It may not be 100% correct and it it is aimed at informing Europeans rather then non Europeans, so some notes may not be applicable to you.

Michael; They may come back into fashion one day ;-)
back on subject. This is perhaps the best website which cover the road regulations within the EU counties I can find.
http://ec.europa.eu/transport/road_s.../index_en.htm#
It may not be 100% correct and it it is aimed at informing Europeans rather then non Europeans, so some notes may not be applicable to you.

I meant "triangle"

If you need a friendly, English speaking driver and guide, hirento website is fantastic! Their rates are reasonable and we learnt much about the island - you only have to look at the testimonials on this website to see their popularity.

www.hirento.com

The law requiring breathalysers was scrapped some time ago. It is definitely not a requirement. You are required to have a breakdown triangle and a yellow reflective vest for one person. I would expect the hire company to inform you and almost certainly equip the car to meet both Spanish and French requirements.