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法国政府近期出台一项道路安全新规，要求所有机动车配备呼吸检测仪；另外，机动车驾驶员还须在车内备有高可见度安全背心和三角警示牌，违者将被处以11欧元的罚款。法国政府希望车内配备的呼吸检测仪能够让司机随时了解自己血液内的酒精浓度，以决定是否适合驾车。法国每年有4000人死于交通事故，而酒驾是导致交通事故的首要原因，其次为超速驾驶。据悉，这一新规对外籍司机也同样适用，不过在11月1日新规正式实施之前，驾驶员们有四个月的过渡期来为自己的车辆配备新规要求的装备。 A new law has come into force in France making it compulsory for drivers to carry a breathalyzer kit in their vehicles or risk an on-the-spot fine. It is the latest move by the government aimed at bringing down the number of road deaths caused by alcohol. All motorists must also have with them a high-visibility safety vest and a warning triangle. Foreign drivers are included in the new rule, however there is a grace period until November. Some 4,000 people are killed on French roads every year, with drink-driving being the main factor in accidents ahead even of speeding. Bonanza for manufacturers The French government hopes that with breathalyzers in every car, drivers who suspect they may be over the limit can test themselves and if necessary refrain from taking the wheel. | 
