MigraItalia · Patente B · Codice della strada, art. 40, segnaletica orizzontale
Continuous longitudinal line
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Meaning
A continuous longitudinal line separates traffic streams and must not be crossed except where rules allow.
Required response
Stay in lane and do not cross the line to overtake or change lanes.
Note
The precise rule depends on the line type and applicable road-code provisions.
Codice della strada, art. 40, segnaletica orizzontale · Regulatory source checked on 15 October 2026
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Una linea longitudinale continua può essere oltrepassata liberamente per cambiare corsia.