Car hire in Mexico and the things you should be aware of.

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If you want to rent a car and to drive in Mexico, you should be aware, that road conditions in Mexico differ significantly from those in the United States or in Europe. Avoid driving on Mexican highways at night, even multi-lane expressways in Mexico often have narrow lanes and steep shoulders. Use extreme caution when approaching towns, on curves, and when passing trucks. Vehicular traffic in Mexico City is restricted in order to reduce air pollution. The restriction is based on the last digit of the vehicle license plate, and applies for all cars and all number plates.

Mexican insurance is required for all vehicles, including rental vehicles. Mexican insurance is sold in most cities and towns on both side of the boarder. Motor vehicle insurance is considered invalid in Mexico if the driver is found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

U.S. driver's licenses are valid in Mexico. For additional information in English concerning Mexican driver's permits, please contact the Mexican Secretariat of Tourism (SECTUR).

Over the last two decades, Mexico has made massive investments in its road infrastructure in an effort to connect the country's main towns with safe, fast and reliable roads. Most of these roads are toll roads. The total cost you'll pay on a particular toll road depend on how far you travel along it. Tolls are best paid with cash, although some booths are starting to accept credit and debit cards it is wise to have pesos with you when you travel by car on toll roads to ensure you don't get caught out.

At each toll booth, you will be given a receipt for the money you pay. This receipt is also your insurance certificate. If you crash, or are involved in an accident, you will need to present this receipt in order to avoid paying road repair and maintenance charges. Therefore keep all your receipts when traveling on Mexican toll roads.