The head of Government of Mexico City, Clara Brugada, announced that electric bicycles or "motos" must be registered and have a circulation card in the Mexican capital. These modifications aim to primarily guarantee road safety, order in traffic, and environmental protection.
In a press conference, Brugada explained that she will present reforms to the Mobility Law and the Traffic Regulations of CDMX, considering electric "motorcycles" as motor vehicles since they exceed 25 kilometers per hour. This measure will come into effect soon once approved by the Congress of Mexico City.
The official emphasized that scooters will continue to be considered non-motorized vehicles, so they will not be subject to registration, although they must comply with the traffic regulations of CDMX. Brugada highlighted the importance of regulating these new means of mobility to reduce traffic accidents in the city.
According to Brugada, in the last three months, 106 deaths due to traffic accidents have been reported in Mexico City, of which almost half were related to the use of electric "motorcycles". Therefore, a series of measures have been established to regulate their circulation in the capital.
Among the new provisions for electric bicycles or "motos" are the prohibition of riding on bike lanes, sidewalks, and confined lanes, as well as the obligation to carry plates, a circulation card, helmet, reflectors, and ride with lights on. Additionally, they must register with the Secretariat of Mobility within a month.
Brugada reminded that to obtain a motorcycle license one must pass a course, and that scooter drivers, being non-motorized vehicles, must respect traffic rules and not ride in pedestrian areas or public transport exclusive zones. The purpose of these measures is to prevent accidents and protect pedestrians in Mexico City.
