RAC European Driving Kit: What Is in It and What It Covers
At a glance
- What it is: A bundle of items for driving in Europe, sold by the RAC in three versions: the standard kit for one adult, a Premium kit for two, and a Premium Family kit.
- Standard kit contents: Warning triangle, 22-piece first aid kit, UK sticker, headlamp beam converters, adult hi-vis vest, 10-piece bulb and fuse kit and a nylon bag; £25.99 (RAC Shop).
- Suits: Drivers taking their own car to France or other European countries.
- Skip if: You need to carry a breathalyser for France; the RAC Shop’s other kit lists show one but the standard contents list does not.
We haven’t tested this product ourselves. This page summarises the RAC Shop’s product page, checked 19 October 2026. The rules for each country change, so check the government’s travel advice for where you are going.
Specifications
| Kit | For | Contents (as listed) | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| European Driving Kit | 1 adult | Warning triangle; first aid kit (22 pieces); UK sticker; headlamp beam converters; adult hi-vis vest; universal bulb and fuse kit (10 pieces); nylon carry bag | £25.99 | [1] |
| Driving in France version | 1 adult | UK sticker; beam converters; warning triangle; spare bulb set; NF-approved breathalyser twin pack; first aid kit; LED torch; adult hi-vis vest | £25.99 | [1] |
| Premium European Driving Kit | 2 adults | Two warning triangles; UK sticker; beam converters; first aid kit; NF breathalyser twin pack; spare bulb set; two adult hi-vis vests; LED torch | £35.99 | [1] |
| Premium Family | 2 adults, 2 children | As Premium, with two child hi-vis vests | £39.99 | [1] |
The RAC says the standard kit can also be used in Germany, Poland, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria, the Netherlands, Ireland and Italy, and that Spanish residents need two warning triangles [1]. The first aid box lists triangle bandages, a compressive bandage, plasters, wipes, safety pins and a guide [1].
What owners report
We have not reviewed owner feedback for this product.
Known issues and safety
The page shows two descriptions of the one-adult kit, one with and one without a breathalyser and torch, so check the contents of the kit you order [1].
Recall check: we searched GOV.UK product safety alerts, reports and recalls (Office for Product Safety and Standards) for “rac” on 19 October 2026 and found no results [2]. Check the list again before you buy.
Questions people ask
Does it include a breathalyser?
Only in the Driving in France version and the Premium kits on the RAC Shop’s page; the standard contents list does not show one [1].
Is it all I need for Europe?
No. Requirements differ by country and change, so check each country’s rules before travelling [1].
Which kit suits a family?
The Premium Family kit adds child hi-vis vests [1].
Alternatives
- AA Breakdown and Safety Kit Plus: See our separate page.
- Other car accessories: See our car accessories hub.
Our verdict
Based on the evidence, this suits drivers who want the common legal items in one bag for a trip to France or nearby countries. Contents vary by version, so check the exact kit and each country’s current rules. This is a research summary, not a test result.
Sources
- RAC European Driving Kit, RAC Shop, racshop.co.uk. The page shows no date. Checked 19 October 2026.
- GOV.UK search of product safety alerts, reports and recalls, Office for Product Safety and Standards, gov.uk. Searched 19 October 2026.