Brits considering taking their motor over the channel this summer should make sure they are insured, an industry figure has advised.

Adam Cracknell, from breakdown service the RAC, says that someone who crashes their car overseas could end up paying substantial amounts as they deal with the aftermath - but those with insurance will be in a much better position than their uninsured counterparts.

"Sometimes driving in Europe will be part of the insurance you already have, or it might just be a simple addition that you place on before you leave," Mr Cracknell said.

"Getting car insurance if you're driving abroad is as valuable as getting travel insurance," he added.

"If you were involved in a road traffic accident in France and then you passed on your insurance details, they [insurance firms] are trained to deal with that and can sort it all out for you. It can be less stressful than sorting it out on your own," he added.

He went on to say that foreign motor insurance was also very valuable as it protected you against liability for any medical costs incurred after an accident.