What are the roads like in Italy?
On the whole, the road network is pretty good, particularly the motorways.
However, in some rural areas, some roads remain untreated, while cobbles
are commonplace in some towns and cities. To take this into account,
urban speed limits are typically lower than average.
What are the drivers like in Italy?
Italian driving habits are typically relaxed, but aggression can come
into play in heavy traffic. The quirky rule that states that beeping
a horn in urban areas is illegal says quite a bit about the way people
drive in the major conurbations.
What are the best times to drive?
Rush hour in Italy generally occurs between 08:00 and 10:00 in the morning,
between 12:30 and 13:00 and between 15:00 and 16:00 in the afternoon
and, in the evening, 18:00 and 19:30 as everyone's getting home from
work. Between those times and on Sundays, driving isn't too problematic.
What are the driving laws?
When driving here, you must have reflective jackets, a warning triangle
and headlamp beam detectors. Drivers must have a full driving licence,
a passport, proof of insurance and proof of ownership for a private
vehicle (V5C Certificate). Children either under the age of 3 or shorter
than 4ft 11in should be given a special seat according to their size.
