If you, as a citizen, want to drive in a private vehicle which type of licence should you get?

Licence A: This type of licence allows you to drive private vehicles from citizens, as well as vehicles used for terrestrial transport. If you are a minor, you should get licence type P, with this one you can’t drive on highways or after 10 p.m, and only if you are going with an adult with a licence.

If you have a licence type P, you can?

Drive with 15 years, you can drive with 15 years if you have a licence, you can only drive with an adult with a valid licence.

Until what time can you drive with a licence type P?

With this type of licence, you can drive until 10 p.m, it doesn’t matter if you are with an adult.

How many main types of insurances are there?

You can get the insurance “Cobertura amplia”, “Cobertura limitada” o “Responsabilidad civil”. 

How does the insurance “Cobertura amplia” protect you?

This is the most complete type of licence, it protects third persons properties and lives, the environment like doors, trees, medic and civil assistance and also your vehicle, from accidents, robberies, etc.

What does “Responsabilidad Civil”

“Responsabilidad Civil” this is the most basic type of insurance, where the only thing protected is the other person vehicle.

What does a yellow line on the road indicate? 

 In Mexico, every yellow line on the road indicates that such road is double way, or double circulation. It is important to mention that several roads also mark this indication by having two white continuous lines, but according to the rule set the optimal way to mark it is with yellow lines. 

What does a dashed line on the floor indicate? 

Every dashed line on the floor, no matter if it is yellow or white indicates that it is illegal to pass cars ahead; unlike continuous lines which indicate that it is illegal to change the rail. 

What does this sign mean?

This vial sign is a restrictive sign. It indicates that it is illegal to overpass vehicles ahead. It is really common on narrow roads.

 Is it legal for motorcycles to circulate on bike lanes?

Even though several motorcycles ignore this rule, it is illegal for motorcycles to circulate on bike lanes. It is important to have this into account in order to prevent accidents.