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Driving Tips

A superb network of motorways (autostrada) exists in Italy. The speed limits on these motorways are 130kph (81mph) for cars of 1100cc or more and 110kph (68mph) for smaller cars and all cars when surroundings are wet. The motorways are all tolled. The strade statali, are not tolled and are often fast, multi-lane roads. The speed limit on these roads is 110kph (68mph). There are plenty of small country roads or Strade bianchi in the countryside on the borders of Venice, and while driving through these roads visitors are very likely to come across old fashioned market towns and Palladian piles.

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According to Italian law, the driver and the passengers must wear seat belts and if found otherwise a fine will be imposed. Penalties for driving after alcohol consumption is severe and the authorities can hold random breath tests. The maximum legal blood-alcohol ratio is 0.05%. The lights of your car must be switched on while driving on autostrade and strade statali. You will be fined for driving through a red light and EU rules apply on speeding fines.

The minimum age for driving is 18 and those without an EU license must possess an International Driving Permit.

For further information contact Automobile Club d'Italia - ACI Tel: (06) 491 115 www.aci.it