Latin American electric mobility regulation

Municipalities and national governments in Latin America are implementing new regulatory frameworks for personal electric mobility devices, such as electric bicycles, mopeds, and scooters.

In Brazil, local legislative efforts in cities like Ponta Porã and Lucas do Rio Verde aim to align urban use with national traffic codes. Proposed measures include establishing organizational guidelines, educational campaigns, and penalties for irregular use, such as vehicle seizure or parental liability for underage violators.

In Colombia, Law 2486 of 2025 mandates that lightweight electric vehicles carry technical identification plates by January 2027. These vehicles are exempt from mandatory insurance and driver licenses, though a minimum operating age of 16 is generally required.

In Mexico City, new rules for Personal Electric Motorized Vehicles (VEMEPE) involve a transition from warning periods to active enforcement of fines. Vehicles meeting specific power and speed criteria must now possess license plates, circulation cards, and specific distinctions based on their weight classification.