In the streets of Querétaro, traffic officers are increasing their patrols and detecting a common practice among motorists. Authorities warn that this behavior disrupts traffic flow and poses a risk to pedestrians and other drivers on public roads.
The regulations strictly prohibit an action that many drivers perform without realizing it constitutes a serious infraction, unless it is a justified emergency.
What does the traffic regulations in Querétaro prohibit?
The Querétaro Traffic and Mobility Regulations leave no room for interpretation regarding this offense. Article 55, section I of the state regulations prohibits repairing vehicles directly on public roads. The only exception is an emergency mechanical failure that prevents the driver from moving the vehicle to another location.
Any motorist who repairs their car in the street, without a verifiable emergency, is in direct violation of the current regulations. Traffic officers have the authority to stop the driver and issue the corresponding citation on the spot.
The penalty is not limited to a monetary payment. According to the original brief for this article, the regulations stipulate a fine of 1 to 10 UMA (approximately $117.31 to $1,173.10 pesos) (amount pending official verification), in addition to the possibility of temporary administrative arrest for the offender.
What happens to the car if it’s repaired on the street?
The most serious consequence for the driver is not the fine, but the fate of their vehicle. The vehicle can be impounded immediately after the infraction.
Retrieving the car from the impound lot involves additional procedures and costs that the owner must cover. The regulations authorize repair shops and businesses to completely avoid using public roads for this type of work.
Drivers in Querétaro should be well aware of this rule before attempting any makeshift repairs in the street. The authorities’ recommendation is clear: take the vehicle to a repair shop or wait for roadside assistance in a safe location.
What to do if your car breaks down on a public road in Querétaro:
Move the vehicle as far to the side of the road as possible to avoid obstructing traffic.
Place warning triangles or hazard lights.
Avoid attempting mechanical repairs directly in the street.
Call a tow truck or roadside assistance.
Take the vehicle to an authorized repair shop as soon as possible. In the event of a mechanical failure on a public road, the recommendation for any driver is to act quickly and avoid makeshift repairs.
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