# Italy Highway Code and insurance reform > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italy-highway-code-reform > Updated: 2026-10-23T19:30:11.000Z. Sources: 42. Developments: 5. The Italian Council of Ministers has approved a major reform of the Highway Code (Codice della Strada), scheduled for implementation on January 1, 2028. Proposed by Minister Matteo Salvini, the reform aims to modernize mobility, reduce bureaucracy, and improve road safety through several key updates. Financial and administrative changes include a general reduction in common traffic fines to combat inflation, the suspension of automatic biennial inflation adjustments, and a new progressive system for speeding penalties. Municipalities will have a reduced 45-day window to notify drivers of remote infractions. Digitalization will allow drivers to present licenses and registration documents via smartphone and will streamline the use of the European Unified Disability Badge (CUDE). Safety regulations introduce new rules for various road users. Motorcyclists may be required to use gloves and back protectors on highways and will be permitted to use emergency lanes during heavy traffic or accidents. On multi-lane urban roads with separate carriageways, motorists will be required to create a central corridor by moving to the edges when traffic is stationary or moving at very low speeds. Failure to comply with these urban corridor rules could result in fines between 80 and 320 euros and the loss of two driver's license points. Regarding vehicle movement, while reversing remains prohibited on carriageways, ramps, interchanges, and emergency lanes, a specific exception will allow drivers to reverse at toll booths in the event of a malfunction of barriers or other tolling devices to prevent motorists from being stuck. Licensing updates include raising the age limit for B-category renewals from 50 to 65, and the maximum age for professional C and D category drivers to 70, subject to biennial medical checks. Enforcement includes a zero-tolerance policy for driving without insurance, carrying an indefinite ban on vehicle circulation. ## Claims - The Council of Ministers approved the new Highway Code on October 13, 2026. (corroborated by 13 sources) - The maximum age for the ten-year renewal of Category B licenses will increase from 50 to 65. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The new Highway Code is scheduled to enter into force on January 1, 2028. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The maximum age for professional drivers (Categories C and D) will increase from 68 to 70 years. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Municipalities must notify remote traffic violations within 45 days instead of 90. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Drivers without insurance will face an indefinite ban on vehicle circulation. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Common fine minimums will be reduced from 26 and 42 euros to 25 and 40 euros. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Pedestrians may face fines between 25 and 160 euros for certain behaviors. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-23: Italy proposes new traffic rules for motorcycle corridors Italy's proposed new Highway Code would require motorists on multi-lane urban roads to create a central corridor for motorcycles and emergency vehicles during traffic jams. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-proposes-new-traffic-rules-for-motorcycle-corridors ### 2026-10-21: Italy to allow reversing at toll booths under specific conditions Italy's reformed Highway Code will allow motorists to reverse at toll booths if barriers or devices malfunction, effective 2028. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-to-allow-reversing-at-toll-booths-under-specific-conditions ### 2026-10-18: Italy approves preliminary Highway Code reform Italy's preliminary Highway Code reform introduces new rules for motorcycle lane splitting, limited reversing at toll booths during malfunctions, and updated pedestrian and insurance regulations. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-approves-new-highway-code-with-reduced-fines-and-updated-regulations ### 2026-10-15: Italy approves major Highway Code and insurance reforms Italy has approved a comprehensive Highway Code reform set for 2028, featuring digital documents, adjusted fines, and new safety rules for motorcyclists and pedestrians, alongside insurance pricing reforms. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-approves-new-highway-code-reform-for-2028-1 ### 2026-10-06: Italy updates windshield inspection rules for vehicle safety New Italian regulations for vehicle inspections will assess windshield chips based on size, location, and visibility impact, with stricter criteria effective September 2026. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-updates-windshield-inspection-rules-for-vehicle-safety --- Cite as: Italy Highway Code and insurance reform. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/italy-highway-code-reform