Urban mobility restrictions announced for Medellín, Quito, and Mexico City

Various major cities in Latin America are implementing significant traffic restrictions and roadworks during late August 2026.

In Medellín, Colombia, road closures are scheduled for cultural events and infrastructure projects, including work on the Autopista Norte. The city also maintains its ‘pico y placa’ rotation to manage congestion.

Quito, Ecuador, is undergoing road rehabilitation on Avenida 12 de Octubre, affecting the La Floresta sector. Additionally, the National Transit Agency (ANT) is changing how driver's license renewals are processed, moving away from scheduled appointments to a system based on the last digit of the citizen's ID. The city's ‘pico y placa’ restriction applies to vehicles with plates ending in 9 and 0.

In Mexico, the ‘Hoy No Circula’ program in Mexico City and the State of Mexico restricts vehicles with blue stickers and plates ending in 9 or 0 from circulating. This measure aims to reduce atmospheric pollution. Meanwhile, various demonstrations and gatherings are expected in Mexico City, which may impact urban mobility.