Transport workers and farmers are staging a national strike with blockades on various country highways this Monday, April 6, 2026, which could affect mobility and freight transport. The mobilization was confirmed by the National Transporters Association (ANTAC) and the National Front for the Rescue of the Mexican Countryside (FNRCM), who indicated that the protest will take place in at least 20 states. Highways affected by blockades Among the main routes that could see closures are the Mexico-Queretaro, Mexico-Cuernavaca, Mexico-Pachuca, Mexico-Puebla highways, as well as the North Arc and the State of Mexico Outer Ring. Disruptions are also expected on the Mexico-Toluca, Naucalpan-Ecatepec highways, as well as on roads in the Bajío, north, and west of the country, including federal highway 45, the short route to Chihuahua, and the Western highway. Start and duration of the strike The strike is set to begin at 7:00 AM on Monday, and according to the organizing groups, the highway closures will be indefinite. However, in previous mobilizations, blockades have typically lasted between four and five hours, with partial road openings as the day progresses. Uncertainty in routes and impacts Authorities and organizations stated that the complete list of affected roads will be defined minutes before the blockades begin, adding uncertainty for motorists. In this scenario, the population is advised to avoid traveling on highways on Monday morning or to take alternative routes. Impact on mobility and logistics The strike could affect not only private drivers but also the logistics chain and supply chain, as these are key corridors for freight transport. The magnitude of the impact will depend on the duration of the blockades and the level of participation in the various states of the country.
