On the eve of the big summer exodus it is useful to remember that the rules of the road are not the same across Europe. Often those leaving for summer vacation by car to another European country take for granted that the rules on the road are the same across the continent. It not so and know the traffic laws of the host nation is critical to not run into salt and disappointments fines. We start from the Iberian Peninsula, since Spain and Portugal are two of the favorite destinations for Italian motorists.
TO BE KEPT IN AUTO
Triangle: for foreign cars is required to have one but it is advisable to have two to use in the event of an accident or breakdown. The police can impose a penalty if they expose just one.
Spare tire and equipment for the replacement of the rubber
Bulbs Kit parts
Reflective jacket
SAFETY
AND 'mandatory fasten your seat belts on all seats and place the children up to 3 years of age on the appropriate approved car seat.
SPEED LIMITS’
50 km / h in residential areas;
80 km / h on dual carriageways for carriageway within the built-up areas;
90 km / h or 100 km / h outside built-up areas;
120 km / h on the motorway
ALCOHOL
The limits are lower than in Italy: 0.25 mg / l (which corresponds to 0.05% in the blood) and 0.15 mg / l (which corresponds to 0.03% in the blood) for novice drivers.
IN CASE OF FINE
For non-residents in Spain, if the fine is not paid on the spot, it can apply the precautionary blocking of the vehicle until the payment of the fine.
PORTUGAL
TO KEEP IN CAR
Triangle and reflective vest is necessary. The vest is not mandatory in vehicles with foreign number plates but is recommended.
SAFETY
The use of seat belts is compulsory for all passengers. Children 12 years old and 1.35 am shorter people must travel in the back seat with an approved restraint system appropriate to their size; less than 3 years can travel in the front seat provided it is placed in a seat facing inwards and with the airbag is deactivated.
SPEED LIMITS
50 km / h in residential areas;
90 km / h or 100 km / h outside built-up areas
120 km / h on highways
ALCOHOL
The limits are lower than in Italy: 0.25 mg / l (which corresponds to 0.05% in the blood). The allowable limit for drivers from less than 3 years and for professional drivers is 0.02%.
IN CASE OF FINES
If you get fines because not wear the safety vest, the fines are paid on the spot. In case a foreign motorist refuses to pay on the spot will be asked to pay a security deposit. If the motorist refuses to pay even the police filing may withdraw the license.
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