A Spanish or Portuguese highway or motorway designed for high-speed vehicle travel, similar to a freeway or expressway.
From Spanish/Portuguese 'auto-' (automobile) and 'pista' (lane, track). This geographic/transportation term is specific to Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions.
The autopista system in Spain and Portugal is incredibly efficient—the toll-based model keeps them well-maintained and less congested than many other European highways!
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