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Make sure to have a valid driver’s license and registration for your vehicle.
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Car insurance is not mandatory but it’s highly recommended. There are many companies along the USA-Mexico border that sell Mexican car insurance for the day, week or month. Bear in mind that most US insurance policies don’t provide coverage while driving in Mexico.
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Be aware that speed limits in México are set in kilometers (1 mile= 1.6 kms.) for example speed limit on highways is 55 Miles per hour and within city limits it averages 25 miles per hour.
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While driving respect and obey traffic signals, don’t drink and drive.
It is a traffic violation to use a cellular phone wile driving in the state of Baja California
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Always use your seatbelt.
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If your car breaks down, turn on your flashers and raise the hood.
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If you must abandon your car, park safely and keep all passengers together.
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Along certain Mexican roads and highways you will find military checkpoints where you may be subjected to a routine search. Please cooperate, be patient and before you know it, you will be on your way.
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Do not advertise you are a visitor. Place maps, travel brochures and valuables in the glove compartment or trunk once you get to your destination. Carry wallets, checkbooks and purses with you.
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Always lock your car and take the keys. Don’t hide a spare key on your vehicle.
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Never leave your vehicle with the engine running.
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Park in well-lighted, busy areas.
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Whenever you stop overnight, remove bags and other valuables from the car and take them inside your room.
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If your vehicle is stolen, you should immediately call our Tourist Assistance Hotline 078 they will direct you on how to go about filing a report with the Deputy DA Office (Ministerio Publico). Just show any document that proves ownership of the stolen vehicle. The Deputy DA will take a report and open an investigation.
