FAQs: Importing a Foreign-plated Vehicle to Mexico
These are the most frequently-asked questions we receive about importing foreign-plated cars and other vehicles to Mexico—updated regularly
Transport in Mexico
Articles about Mexico’s extensive, varied, and affordable public and private transportation options
Articles about Mexico’s extensive, varied, and affordable public and private transportation options
Guide to Mexico Auto Insurance and Roadside Assistance
When you drive your car to Mexico, travel with complete peace of mind, by being properly insured. This guide explains how.
Driving in Mexico: Libre or the Autopista?
When you’re taking a road trip in Mexico, you often have a choice about which road to take: the freeway or the toll road or highway.
FAQs: Temporary Import Permit (TIP) for Vehicles in Mexico
You need to obtain a Temporary Import Permit to drive a foreign-plated vehicle into Mexico. This article answers commonly-asked questions about a vehicle TIP
Journeys on Mexico City’s Metro: It Takes All Kinds
With up to five million people using Mexico City's Metro each day, it's not surprising that you come across all sorts of travelers using it
Encountering Military Checkpoints in Mexico
Information and tips about dealing with military checkpoints that you may encounter when you take a road trip across Mexico
Guide to Driving and Preparing for Road Trips in Mexico
Detailed articles packed with local knowledge and insights for anyone who intends to drive in or take a road trip across Mexico
Rules for Driving Foreign-Plated Vehicles in Mexico
Discover the rules for visitors and foreign residents driving foreign-plated vehicles in Mexico—as well as for Mexicans driving foreign-plated vehicles here
Buying Gasoline and Using Service Stations in Mexico
When you're driving your car or taking a road trip across Mexico, eventually you'll need to use a service station. This article shares helpful tips for drivers.
September: Mexico’s Month of Flags and Parties
Mexico celebrates its Independence in September—when streets, buildings and establishments get dressed in the country's national colors of green, white and red
How Busy is the US-Mexico Land Border?
The US-Mexico land border is the world’s busiest land crossing. Data reveal the colossal volume —and types— of crossings traversing the land border each year
Roadcraft in the Capital: Driving the Mexico City Way
Weekday traffic in Mexico City has reached the point of saturation, giving rise to higher stress levels and the need for patience
