If you are going to drive your corporate car abroad, there are some things to consider.
Your car insurance is valid in most European countries, but not in certain countries in eastern Europe, for example Russia. For these countries a separate insurance has to be signed.
If you are involved in an accident abroad, contact SOS International +46 771 866 866.
Keep in mind that many cities in Europe have special rules for driving in all or parts of the city. You may need an environmental decal for the car. See abow. Winter wheels with studs are usually prohibited in Europe.
Certain countries require a so called international driving license in order to drive there. This driving license is valid together with your national licensed can be ordered via this link.
Many countries within the EU require that there should be at least one reflective vest in the car. Reflective vests should be accessible to the driver in the car and are to be used if you have to exit the car on a busy road.
A warning triangle is a requirement in every car, both according to law and common sense. In some countries you can receive penalty fines if you are stoped by the police and do not have a warning triangle in the car.
The Green Card is proof that your car has valid insurance in Sweden. The insurance is valid in countries within the so called Green Card Agreement (most European countries). Cars these countries can freely pass national borders without needing special insurance. In some countries however you will need to have the Green Card with you. If you take a caravan or other similar vehicle with you then the insurance even covers damage the caravan or trailer may cause other parties. If you are travelling to a country that requires you to carry a Green Card, then the trailer's registration number must be on the Green Card.
It is extra important to consider the risk of theft or break-in when travelling on the continent. Thieves will see your car with international license plates and assume it is full of cameras, clothes and other sellable items. - So never leave items in view. - Always lock and alarm. - Empty your car, especially when you leave it overnight. - Use a steering wheel lock as extra protection. - Avoid parking on deserted streets.
In most European countries it is forbidden to hold your phone and talk while driving. However it is allowed to talk via a handsfree. In Spain the rules are even stricter -- mobiles must be connected to the car's speakers as headphones are forbidden. If you get caught you risk a penalty fine.