Autostrada is the Italian word for motorways/freeways, but is used in several countries including Romania, Poland, Switzerland, Lithuania, Albania, Belgium, Egypt and Israel. Italy's Autostrada has one of the highest speed limits in Europe, excluding the German Autobahn. The speed limit varies but 130 km/h (~80 mph) is common; with the limits for trucks being lower, at 80 km/h(~50mph). During times of heavy rain or snow, the speed limits for cars is lowered to 110 km/h (~70mph).