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Do We Have to Insure the Trailer of His Car?

Summary by Auto Journal
In France, the rules governing the use of trailers depend on its Total Weight Allowed in Load (PTAC). A question about PTAC The so-called "light" trailers, with a PTAC of less than or equal to 500 kg, do not need a specific grey card and can carry the same registration plate as the towing vehicle. Beyond 500 kg PTAC, however, the trailer must have its own grey card and therefore a specific registration plate, different from that of the car.
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In France, the rules governing the use of trailers depend on its Total Weight Allowed in Load (PTAC). A question about PTAC The so-called "light" trailers, with a PTAC of less than or equal to 500 kg, do not need a specific grey card and can carry the same registration plate as the towing vehicle. Beyond 500 kg PTAC, however, the trailer must have its own grey card and therefore a specific registration plate, different from that of the car.

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Auto Journal broke the news in on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
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