Mexico boasts an extensive network of well maintained toll roads throughout the country. For road and toll information, visit the SCT (Secretaria de Communicación y Transportes) website (in English!) for:
Auto toll road costs for Baja California Norte as of July 2021:
Zip through the toll booths with IAVE TAG - the electronic way to pay!
Did you know when you pay a toll you are automatically covered by the insurance provided by Caminos y Puentes Federales? When you receive the receipt from the toll booth (make sure to keep it in a safe place you will need it to file a claim) read the back of it. It may say something like this: "El seguro cubre responsabilidad civil, gastos medicos y ultimos gastos." English translation: "Insurance covers civil liability, medical payments and funeral expenses." This insurance has always been somewhat of a mystery to people. What exactly does it cover? Here we explain what it does (and doesn't cover) while you are on the toll road.
Toll Road Insurance Coverage:The insurance covers two different situations. One, if you are at fault it will cover the following:
Secondly, if you are not at fault, it will pay for :
You may learn more and read the conditions of the insurance in Spanish by visiting the Seguro del Usuario page on Caminos y Puentes website.
The Green Angels are mobile mechanics who patrol the Mexican toll roads in spiffy green trucks to offer free assistance in the case of a breakdown (labor and towing are free, but to replace a part would be at the expense of the car owner). In addition, they are equipped to give tourist information as they are connected to government offices via a network. Although their services are free, tips are appreciated.
Take notice of the emergency signs along the road with phone numbers. If your vehicle breaks down, pull over to the side of the road and lift the hood to signal them.
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