Car Rental in Treviso, Italy

Select a Vehicle Type for Rental in Treviso, Italy

• Economy Cars. Best for solo travelers or couples, fuel efficient and easy to park in narrow streets of Veneto towns. They are ideal for city breaks, exploring the historic centre of Treviso and visiting nearby destinations such as Conegliano, Castelfranco Veneto and Asolo.
• Standard cars. Comfortable mid-range option with more space and comfort than economy cars. Ideal for small families or longer trips around Treviso and nearby destinations such as Venice, Padua, Vicenza and Bassano del Grappa.
• SUVs. Suitable for families and travelers planning to explore the hills, mountain roads and countryside around Treviso including the Prosecco Hills, Monte Grappa, Belluno Dolomites and the Cortina d’Ampezzo area.

Driving Rules in Italy

• Carry your driving licence, passport/ID and insurance documents at all times. An International Driving Permit (IDP) may be required depending on your country of origin.
• Drive on the right-hand side of the road.
• Follow speed limits: typically 50 km/h in urban areas, 90 km/h on secondary roads, 110 km/h on dual carriageways and 130 km/h on motorways (autostrade), unless otherwise signposted. Lower speed limits may apply in adverse weather conditions.
• Maintain safe following distance, stay in your lane and use indicators when changing lanes, overtaking or turning.
• Obey all traffic signals and road signs; running red light or ignoring traffic regulations may result in substantial fines.
• At roundabouts, give way to vehicles already circulating within the roundabout unless road signs indicate otherwise.
• The legal blood alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l for most drivers. Lower limits apply to novice drivers (during their first three years of holding a licence) and certain professional drivers. Penalties for drink driving are severe.
• Traffic cameras are widely used throughout Italy to enforce speed limits, restricted traffic zones (ZTL), red-light violations and other traffic offences.
• Use a mobile phone only with hands-free system while driving. Using a handheld device is prohibited.
• All passengers must wear seat belts at all times.
• Children under 150 cm in height must use an approved child restraint system suitable for their height and weight, in accordance with Italian regulations.
• Move aside immediately for emergency vehicles using flashing lights and sirens.
• Parking is permitted only in designated areas. Pay attention to coloured parking lines: blue indicates paid parking, white usually indicates free parking and yellow is reserved for authorised vehicles or disabled permit holders. Illegal parking may result in fines or towing.
• Aggressive driving, dangerous overtaking, improper use of emergency lanes and driving in restricted ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone) areas without authorisation are subject to significant penalties.

• Learn the traffic rules. Familiarize yourself with Italian driving regulations beforehand to avoid fines. Always keep your driver’s license and vehicle documents with you in case the traffic police request them.
• Inspect the car. Check the vehicle thoroughly inside and out when you pick it up. Take photos or videos and make sure any scratches or damage are recorded in the handover report.
• Watch out for cyclists. Treviso is one of the most bike-friendly cities in Italy. Give cyclists plenty of space, check mirrors before turning and expect bikes on narrow city streets and around the walls.
• Avoid the ZTL. The historic centre of Treviso is restricted traffic zone. Park outside the walls and walk in, and ask your hotel whether it can register your licence plate if you are staying inside the ZTL.
• Monitor fuel level. Keep track on your fuel level when driving to the Prosecco Hills or the mountains, where petrol stations can be less frequent. If you are heading to the Dolomites, it is safer to start the day with full tank.
• Choose the right insurance. Make sure your rental includes sufficient coverage especially for collision and theft.
• Pick the right vehicle. Consider the size and type of car for your itinerary. A compact car is easier to handle in the narrow streets of Veneto old towns while a larger car or SUV suits long highway drives and mountain roads.
• Be prepared for fog and rain. In autumn and winter the Veneto plain can be foggy and roads can be wet. Reduce speed, use fog lights when needed and allow extra travel time.