Italy tests truck overtaking ban on A1 motorway | trans.info

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From next week, a trial ban on truck overtaking will take effect on one of Italy’s most important transit routes. The measure, described as experimental, aims to improve road safety and traffic flow.

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From 3 November 2025, trucks will be prohibited from overtaking on the A1 Milan–Naples motorway between the Incisa-Reggello and Chiusi junctions, in both directions. The ban covers roughly 90 kilometres of dual-lane motorway – a section with particularly high traffic density and challenging terrain, marked by frequent gradients that often lead to congestion.

Slow truck overtaking on inclines has long been one of the main causes of sudden slowdowns and dangerous situations. The new measure seeks to reduce traffic jams and accidents, ensuring smoother and safer journeys for all road users.