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Category: Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks

These articles are all related to driving in Mexico, crossing the Mexico border and or tourist tips and tricks.

Driving a Foreign Vehicle

Driving a Foreign Vehicle

Posted on June 25, 2020June 26, 2020 by Charles

what if you want to drive a Mexican-registered car in the United States? Or, what if you are in Mexico and you want to drive a U.S. car? The answer depends on where you are LICENSED.

Posted in Border Crossing Requirements, Driving in Mexico, Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks1 Comment on Driving a Foreign Vehicle
Is Duplicate Car Insurance Really Necessary?

Is Duplicate Car Insurance Really Necessary?

Posted on December 7, 2019July 17, 2020 by Charles

Do you have insurance in U.S. or Canada and Mexico at the same time? This article might help.

Posted in Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks3 Comments on Is Duplicate Car Insurance Really Necessary?
Should I Buy Mexican Car Insurance at the Border?

Should I Buy Mexican Car Insurance at the Border?

Posted on October 16, 2019May 1, 2020 by Charles

Some people still prefer to buy cars, groceries, or clothing in person. Online shopping has its conveniences, but they still like to get out in the world to do their shopping.

Posted in Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks2 Comments on Should I Buy Mexican Car Insurance at the Border?
Cash in Mexico

Cash in Mexico

Posted on October 7, 2019May 1, 2020 by Charles

Many travelers are concerned about carrying a substantial amount of cash on them no matter where they’re traveling. Carrying too much cash can make them feel like a target.

Posted in Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks3 Comments on Cash in Mexico
Mexican Free Zone

Mexican Free Zone

Posted on October 5, 2019January 21, 2021 by Charles

The Mexican Free Zone designed to attract tourists. Formerly the “hassle-free” or “liberated area” – officially it is called the “Free Trade Zone.”

Posted in Border Crossing Requirements, Driving in Mexico, Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks16 Comments on Mexican Free Zone
Mexican Roadside Assistance

Mexican Roadside Assistance

Posted on October 4, 2019July 1, 2020 by Charles

Roadside assistance in Mexico is essential for tourists. It’s free here with every policy sold.

Posted in Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks13 Comments on Mexican Roadside Assistance

Hit and Run Mexico

Posted on August 8, 2019December 24, 2020 by stynz

Being involved in a car crash is bad enough, but having the other driver flee the scene is even worse. Worst of all is being involved in a hit-and-run crash while on vacation in Mexico.

Posted in Driving in Mexico, Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks1 Comment on Hit and Run Mexico
Tips for Tourists In Mexico

Tips for Tourists In Mexico

Posted on February 28, 2019June 17, 2019 by Charles

Keep Valuables Hidden In case you plan on bringing jewelry, electronics, cameras, money, or anything else of significant monetary value, make sure to keep it hidden out of plain sight. Many parts of Mexico are not dangerous for tourists, but you will still risk making yourself an easy target for thieves if you make it […]

Posted in Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks
Tips to Driving In Mexico

Tips to Driving In Mexico

Posted on February 19, 2019March 2, 2020 by Charles

We might take driving for granted in our home country, so here are some tips to driving in Mexico. The tips below might save your life.

Posted in Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks6 Comments on Tips to Driving In Mexico
Is It Safe to Travel in Mexico?

Is It Safe to Travel in Mexico?

Posted on February 12, 2019March 2, 2020 by Charles

Due to the recent warning regard travel in Mexico, many people are wondering if it’s safe to take trips past our southern border in 2019. Despite the easy access, unbeatable coastal vistas, mysterious and intriguing ancient ruins, and quaint colonial towns – Mexico has earned a sour reputation as a country rife with crime and […]

Posted in Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks1 Comment on Is It Safe to Travel in Mexico?
Allow me to introduce you to…”Mexico Mike” Nelson

Allow me to introduce you to…”Mexico Mike” Nelson

Posted on July 21, 2017May 2, 2020 by Charles

“Mexico” Mike Nelson is one of the most informed tourists in all of Mexico. For over 50 years he has analyzed every road, published and unpublished for the benefit of his members. From his personal blog you can get trip advice and personalized maps with handy first hand advice from a professional Mexico traveller.

Posted in Mexican Insurance Tips & TricksTagged mexico mike

Fast Border Crossing with Sentri

Posted on May 20, 2013December 2, 2020 by Charles

Border Crossing with Sentri – several crossings along the U.S. and Mexican border now allow pre-approved travelers a fast track back to the U.S.  By registering for Sentri cards or other quick-pass identification cards, travelers can use the Ready Lanes to speed up the customs and crossing process.  For frequent travelers to Mexico, this is […]

Posted in Border Crossing Requirements, Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks3 Comments on Fast Border Crossing with Sentri
Toll Roads in Mexico

Toll Roads in Mexico

Posted on September 20, 2012January 20, 2021 by Mexico Mike Nelson

The boom in Mexico’s toll road construction was 1989-1994. Fifty-two concessions were awarded to private contractors to build new roads covering about 5,000

Posted in Driving in Mexico, Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks15 Comments on Toll Roads in Mexico
Green Angels

Green Angels

Posted on August 15, 2012July 20, 2020 by Mexico Mike Nelson

The Green Angels are heroes in Mexico to tourists broken down on the road. But where did they come from?

Posted in Driving in Mexico, Mexican Insurance Tips & Tricks8 Comments on Green Angels

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