Mexico 2026 Driving Rule Changes
Offisiell kilde: Secretaría de Infraestructura, Comunicaciones y Transportes (SICT)
Sist oppdatert: 1. februar 2026
Sammendrag
Mexico strengthens traffic enforcement in 2026 with expanded Hoy No Circula sanctions in the Toluca valley, continued implementation of the General Law on Mobility and Road Safety, stricter vehicle emission verification requirements, and updated NOM safety standards for light vehicles.
Nøkkelendringer
Hoy No Circula Sanctions Expanded to Toluca Valley
Gjelder fra 1. januar 2026
Mexico City metro area only
Hoy No Circula driving restrictions and enforcement primarily in Mexico City and State of Mexico
Expanded to Toluca and Santiago Tianguistenco
Sanctions now apply in Toluca and Santiago Tianguistenco valleys; fines of 20 UMA for driving on restricted day, 30 UMA for late verification, 24 UMA for excess emissions; license plate confiscation possible
Offisiell kilde: Gobierno del Estado de México
Kjørelærerens tips
“Hoy No Circula restrictions now cover the Toluca valley. Driving on your restricted day costs 20 UMA (approximately MXN 2,200). Late vehicle verification is 30 UMA, and exceeding emission limits detected by remote sensors costs 24 UMA plus license plate confiscation. Check your hologram sticker for your restricted days.”
Updated NOM Vehicle Safety Standards
Gjelder fra 1. januar 2026
Basic safety requirements
Light vehicles required basic safety components but not aligned with international standards
International safety compliance
All new light vehicles must comply with international safety standards for three-point seat belts, headrests, mirror systems, and seat systems; mandatory ABS and front airbags for all new vehicles
Offisiell kilde: SICT NOM Standards
Kjørelærerens tips
“Mexico is closing the safety gap with the US and Europe. All new cars must now have ABS, front airbags, and seat systems that meet international standards. When buying a new car, look for these mandatory features.”
General Law on Mobility and Road Safety Implementation
Gjelder fra 1. januar 2026
Fragmented state-level rules
Road safety laws varied significantly between states with no national framework for child restraints, helmet use, or speed management
National safety framework
Continued implementation of 2022 national law mandating child restraint systems, drink-driving enforcement, universal helmet use, seat belt compliance, and speed management aligned with WHO best practices
Offisiell kilde: Ley General de Movilidad y Seguridad Vial
Kjørelærerens tips
“Mexico's 2022 General Law on Mobility and Road Safety is being enforced more broadly across states. Key requirements include proper child restraint systems, zero-tolerance for drink-driving, mandatory helmet use for motorcyclists, and universal seat belt compliance. States are updating local laws to align with the national framework.”
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🛡️Sikkerhetsregler(2)
Updated NOM Vehicle Safety Standards
Gjelder fra 1. januar 2026
Basic safety requirements
Light vehicles required basic safety components but not aligned with international standards
International safety compliance
All new light vehicles must comply with international safety standards for three-point seat belts, headrests, mirror systems, and seat systems; mandatory ABS and front airbags for all new vehicles
Offisiell kilde: SICT NOM Standards
General Law on Mobility and Road Safety Implementation
Gjelder fra 1. januar 2026
Fragmented state-level rules
Road safety laws varied significantly between states with no national framework for child restraints, helmet use, or speed management
National safety framework
Continued implementation of 2022 national law mandating child restraint systems, drink-driving enforcement, universal helmet use, seat belt compliance, and speed management aligned with WHO best practices
Offisiell kilde: Ley General de Movilidad y Seguridad Vial
🌱Miljøsoner(2)
Hoy No Circula Sanctions Expanded to Toluca Valley
Gjelder fra 1. januar 2026
Mexico City metro area only
Hoy No Circula driving restrictions and enforcement primarily in Mexico City and State of Mexico
Expanded to Toluca and Santiago Tianguistenco
Sanctions now apply in Toluca and Santiago Tianguistenco valleys; fines of 20 UMA for driving on restricted day, 30 UMA for late verification, 24 UMA for excess emissions; license plate confiscation possible
Offisiell kilde: Gobierno del Estado de México
Stricter Vehicle Emission Verification
Gjelder fra 1. januar 2026
Biannual verification for some
Emission verification schedules varied by state and vehicle age
Hologram-based restriction system
Vehicles classified by emission hologram (00, 0, 1, 2, Exempt); only vehicles up to 8 years old with passing emissions can get Exempt hologram; remote sensors detect violators on the road
Offisiell kilde: SEDEMA Verificación Vehicular
Kjørelærertips
Re: Hoy No Circula Sanctions Expanded to Toluca Valley
Kjørelærerens tips
“Hoy No Circula restrictions now cover the Toluca valley. Driving on your restricted day costs 20 UMA (approximately MXN 2,200). Late vehicle verification is 30 UMA, and exceeding emission limits detected by remote sensors costs 24 UMA plus license plate confiscation. Check your hologram sticker for your restricted days.”
Re: Updated NOM Vehicle Safety Standards
Kjørelærerens tips
“Mexico is closing the safety gap with the US and Europe. All new cars must now have ABS, front airbags, and seat systems that meet international standards. When buying a new car, look for these mandatory features.”
Re: Stricter Vehicle Emission Verification
Kjørelærerens tips
“Your vehicle's hologram sticker determines when you can drive. Double Zero (00) and Zero (0) holograms are exempt from Hoy No Circula restrictions. To get an Exempt hologram, your vehicle must be no more than 8 years old and pass emission testing. Remote sensors on roads now detect vehicles exceeding emission limits.”
Re: General Law on Mobility and Road Safety Implementation
Kjørelærerens tips
“Mexico's 2022 General Law on Mobility and Road Safety is being enforced more broadly across states. Key requirements include proper child restraint systems, zero-tolerance for drink-driving, mandatory helmet use for motorcyclists, and universal seat belt compliance. States are updating local laws to align with the national framework.”
Kilder og metode
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Informasjon sist verifisert: 2026-02-01
Primary Sources:
- Secretaría de Infraestructura, Comunicaciones y Transportes (SICT) — Official regulatory body
- Gobierno del Estado de México — Hoy No Circula Sanctions Expanded to Toluca Valley
- SICT NOM Standards — Updated NOM Vehicle Safety Standards
- SEDEMA Verificación Vehicular — Stricter Vehicle Emission Verification
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