# RedMetro electric transit launch in San Luis Potosí

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/redmetro-electric-transit-launch-in-san-luis-potos
> Updated: 2026-08-20T17:40:37.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The government of San Luis Potosí is launching the RedMetro transit system in the Huasteca region. Supported by an initial investment of 400 million pesos, the project will deploy 50 electric vehicles to connect Tamazunchale with Ciudad Valles, including stops in Matlapa, Axtla de Terrazas, Xilitla, Aquismón, and Tancanhuitz.

The service is designed to be entirely free and will feature amenities such as air conditioning and free internet to provide sustainable, zero-emission transportation for students, workers, and families. Additionally, the Secretaría de Comunicaciones y Transportes (SCT) announced that RedMetro Line 3 Circuito Potosí will extend its operating hours until midnight during the 2026 Feria Nacional Potosina (Fenapo) to assist residents and visitors.

## Claims

- The San Luis Potosí government is launching the RedMetro system in the Huasteca region. (single source)
- The initial investment for the RedMetro project is 400 million pesos. (single source)
- The first stage of the project includes 50 electric units. (single source)
- The RedMetro service in the Huasteca region will be free of charge. (single source)
- The new route will connect Tamazunchale with Ciudad Valles. (single source)
- RedMetro Line 3 Circuito Potosí will extend its service hours until midnight during Fenapo 2026. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: San Luis Potosí digital transport platforms abandon SCT registration

Digital transport platforms in San Luis Potosí have ceased their registration process with the SCT despite being provided with the necessary legal documentation and support to regularize their operations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-luis-potos-digital-transport-platforms-abandon-sct-registration

### 2026-08-20: RedMetro to launch free electric transit in San Luis Potosí

San Luis Potosí is launching RedMetro, a free electric transit system in the Huasteca region with a 400 million peso investment. Service hours will also extend during Fenapo 2026.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/redmetro-to-launch-free-electric-transit-in-san-luis-potos

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