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| Driving in Italy |
DrivingItalians like to make up for any lost time when driving their cars. They have a tendency to double speed limits, oppose one-way traffic, create their own lanes and often mistake red for green. Regulations are understood but rarely abided by, except (perhaps) when police are present. It is safe to say New cars don't stay new very long in Italy especially in cities. Big rubbery bumpers may help delay the inevitable. To be fair, however, traffic does move surprisingly quickly even if chaotically.ParkingDon't be tempted to do as the Italians do and park where you like, Traffic wardens are always on the prowl and are quick to confiscate illegally parked cars. In bigger cities such as Rome or Milan it is better to park outside the city centre and use the metro. Public transport in Italy is efficient and quite safe. You can park in Blue and White parking zones. The Blue zones are in the more central areas and are more expensive.Flashing LightsAnother very important thing to remember, in Italy, flashing your lights at another car does not mean "Please after you", it means "Get out of the way I'm coming!"After a certain hour late in the evening certain traffic lights in and around the city centre flash amber intermittently. This means you can cross the junction when you like but be aware of other vehicles. Avoid Tram LinesAlso, while driving in big cities, do not travel down tram and bus lanes (they are often on a ramp in the middle of the road or marked out to the left or right of the main road) expect a fine if you do! |
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