Paris car drivers divided over upcoming partial car ban Paris on Monday launches alternate driving days for the first time in nearly 20 years to tackle dangerous air pollution levels amid controversy on whether the ban is warranted or will yield results. The restrictions in the French capital and 22 surrounding areas will come into force from 5:30 am (0430 GMT) and could be extended until Tuesday, officials said. Images and soundbites from car drivers reacting to the measures.