Autopista

Shopping on line can be easy, simple and save you lots of money. It can also take a lot of your time, frustrate you, and result in unwanted purchases. Now the same can be said for regular high street shopping, but with the vast opportunity presented by the Internet it will pay you to spend a few minutes reading this and understanding how to better optimize your Autopista shopping experience:

1. Compare - without doubt the biggest advantage that the Autopista offers shoppers today is the ability to compare thousands of Autopista at a time. This is a great thing, but not necessarily all the time! Too much can be daunting at times so take advantage of the great comparison sites and where possible let them do the hard work for you.

2. Research - if it has been said it will be on the internet. Ignorance is no longer a justifiable reason for buying the wrong thing. Take the time to research in detail everything that you could possible want to know about

3. Testimonials - don't know anybody that has bought a Autopista? Wrong! If the Autopista is good the internet will let you know. Use the Internet as a friend and get testimonials before you buy.

4. Questions - Got a question about Autopista then search the Forums, FAQ's, Blogs etc. Don't be afraid to ask .....

5. Reputation - Never heard of the company selling Autopista? Don't worry, no reason why you should know every company in the world, but you know someone that does! Use the internet to find out what people are saying about Autopista and build up a picture of their reputation for sales, returns, customer service, delivery etc.

6. Returns - still worried that even after all of the above your Autopista wont be what you want? Check out the returns policy. There is so much competition now that someone, somewhere is bound to offer the terms that you are comfortable with.

7. Feedback - happy with your Autopista then let people know, after all you are depending on others people input in your buying decision, so why not give a little back.

8. Security - check for the yellow padlock on the Autopista site before you buy, and the s after http:/ /i.e. https:// = a secure site

9. Contact - got a question about Autopista, or want to leave a comment then check out the sites contact page. Reputable companies have them and respond.

10. Payment - ready to pay for your Autopista, then use your credit card or PayPal! Be aware of companies that don't accept them, there may be genuine reasons but given the huge amount of choice you have when buying online there is no reason at all not to buy via credit card or PayPal.

See also:limited access highway

Autopista is a Spanish language word designating a limited access highway. Autopistas exist in many Spanish speaking countries, including Mexico, Chile, Spain, Cuba, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Venezuela and Argentina.

Spain In Spain Autopista is one of two classes of major highway in the Spain road system similar to a freeway. It is akin to the autovía, the other major highway class, but has more features and is generally a toll road.

Distinguishing features:

must be divided by a median of land or protective fence
have at least two lanes in each direction
have emergency lanes (Shoulders or "breakdown lanes") along the right hand side
minimal curvature impinging on high speed safety
no at-grade intersections
entrance and exit ramps that allow for maintained highway speed
access almost always on the right side, via the slow lane

Autopistas are laid out on original routes, whereas autovías are generally improvements to existing roads, so autopistas have gentler curves and safer access. Both have speed limits of 120 km/hour. Tolls are usually collected at plazas for certain sections, however there has been increased implementation of the electronic debit system Telepeaje, similar to Free Flow.

See also List of autopistas and autovías in Spain

México The Mexican autopista system generally follows the Spanish model, except certain routes through mountainous areas are two-lane (example, the Puebla - Oaxaca autopista). The first autopista was built from Mexico City to Queretaro in 1958. The system underwent a massive expansion campaign beginning about 1990 and continues to expand. Mexican autopistas are operated by private concessionaires and are noted for very high toll rates, the Mexico City - Acapulco route of 400 kilometers costs approximately US $50 to transverse. The speed limit on the Mexican system is generally 110 kilometers per hour for private autos and 95 km/hour for buses and trucks. Most Mexican intercity buses have speed governors to limit maximum speed to the 95 km/hour limit.

See also List of Mexican autopistas

Puerto Rico The Puerto Rican "autopista" system follows roughly the same standards of the U.S. Interstate Highway System. Some autopistas even have a hidden interstate designation. Autopistas in Puerto Rico are toll roads, in contrast to "expresos" which are controlled access freeways. AutoExpreso system is the electronic payment system used by Puerto Rico's autopistas.

See also Autopistas of Puerto Rico

Chile

See List of Chilean freeways