Driving in Italy

Like any vehicle registered in Italy, camper vans are also subject to a mandatory annual tax: the camper tax, technically known as the "vehicle tax." What few people know is that the amount to be paid is not the same for everyone: two owners of identical campers, with the same power output and the same year of registration, can pay very different amounts simply because they reside in different regions.

Legislative Decree 162/2026, approved by the Council of Ministers, suspends the car tax for 2027. The measure affects approximately 70% of the Italian car fleet and represents a direct saving for millions of families. However, not all cars are eligible, and the benefit does not apply to every vehicle registered to the same person. Here, then, are the cars that will be exempt from car tax starting in 2027.

A mountain road in Piedmont has reopened for 2026 after its winter closure.

Rome’s Department of Mobility is set to introduce significant changes to speed limits on the city’s busiest roads.

If you're driving in Italy this summer, you might have heard rumours about an increase in motorway tolls from August 2025. The good news?

The Italian Highway Code, or "Codice della Strada," is the cornerstone of road safety and traffic regulation in Italy. Whether you're a local driver or a tourist planning to explore the picturesque landscapes of Italy, understanding the nuances of this comprehensive legal framework is crucial.

Article written by Rosaria Barrile, collaborator of idealista/news Hands on the wheel and eyes on the road... and on the text of the new Italian highway code if you want to avoid fines.