Mexico Driving Tips
Following are some hints and tips for having an enjoyable
Mexican vacation. They've been gathered from years of travel
to and living in Mexico. If you have any suggestions for
improvement or additions, please contact us.
Don't drink and drive
Most (if not all) Mexican auto insurance coverage is void if the
driver has been drinking. To avoid issues, it's best to take a
taxi - you'll also find that the taxi driver is one of the most
knowledgeable local tourist guides you'll find.
Be prepared
Much of Sonora is desert, and summertime temperatures are
often in the 100's.
Be patient, and avoid road rage
tailgate, and wait the appropriate time to pass the vehicle
tailgate, and wait the appropriate time to pass the vehicle
safely.
safely.
Watch out for topes
Those massive speed bumps (pronounced tow-pays) are
generally found at crosswalks in roads that pass through
towns, but they may also be found when entering or leaving a
populated area as well. Oftentimes the original yellow paint
has faded, so keep your eyes peeled - you definitely don't
want to encounter a tope at high speed.
Left turn signal from a truck driver
If you find yourself following a truck on the highway who turns
on his left turn flasher, that is generally a signal indicating that
it is safe to pass the vehicle. Be aware of your surroundings
though, because it is also a signal for a left turn!
Know the meanings of road signs
Many of the signs are self-explanatory or otherwise easy to
interpret, but the non-Spanish-speaking driver may not be
familiar with:
Following are some hints and tips for having an enjoyable
Mexican vacation. They've been gathered from years of travel
to and living in Mexico. If you have any suggestions for
improvement or additions, please contact us.
Don't drink and drive
Most (if not all) Mexican auto insurance coverage is void if the
driver has been drinking. To avoid issues, it's best to take a
taxi - you'll also find that the taxi driver is one of the most
knowledgeable local tourist guides you'll find.
Be prepared
Much of Sonora is desert, and summertime temperatures are
often in the 100's.
- Bring plenty of water and snacks, as well as a roadside
emergency kit and a first aid kit. - Bring a cell phone. Even if you don't have service in
Mexico, the phone can still be used to dial the
Be patient, and avoid road rage
tailgate, and wait the appropriate time to pass the vehicle
tailgate, and wait the appropriate time to pass the vehicle
safely.
safely.
Watch out for topes
Those massive speed bumps (pronounced tow-pays) are
generally found at crosswalks in roads that pass through
towns, but they may also be found when entering or leaving a
populated area as well. Oftentimes the original yellow paint
has faded, so keep your eyes peeled - you definitely don't
want to encounter a tope at high speed.
Left turn signal from a truck driver
If you find yourself following a truck on the highway who turns
on his left turn flasher, that is generally a signal indicating that
it is safe to pass the vehicle. Be aware of your surroundings
though, because it is also a signal for a left turn!
Know the meanings of road signs
Many of the signs are self-explanatory or otherwise easy to
interpret, but the non-Spanish-speaking driver may not be
familiar with:
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