Speed Limits
Quick Answer
Speed limits on Italian highways are 130 km/h for cars (110 km/h in rain), 100 km/h for new drivers.
Detailed Explanation
Speed limits on Italian highways vary based on several factors. Standard limits: Cars and motorcycles: 130 km/h, Cars with trailers: 80 km/h, Trucks >3.5t: 80 km/h, Buses: 100 km/h, New drivers (first 3 years): 100 km/h. In bad weather (rain, snow, fog): all limits reduce by 20 km/h. Some sections may have different limits shown by signs. The TUTOR system monitors average speed on many sections. Speeding fines are heavy and include points deducted from your license.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the fines for speeding?
From β¬42 for exceeding up to 10 km/h, up to β¬3,382+ and license suspension for exceeding over 60 km/h. Plus license point deductions.
Related Terms
TUTOR is the electronic average speed control system on Italian highways that detects violations by calculating speed between two points.
An autostrada is a divided highway reserved for motor vehicles, with controlled access and speed limits up to 130 km/h.