Background on the Issue and Relevance of the Person Mentioned
The Secretaría de Infraestructura, Comunicaciones y Transportes (SICT) in Mexico is addressing a pressing issue faced by transportation gremios (unions) regarding the shortage of metal vehicle plates. This situation has been highlighted in recent weeks, prompting SICT to devise a temporary solution.
SICT’s Proposed Temporary Solution
In response to the ongoing shortage, SICT has prepared an aviso (notice) to authorize the use of printed templates as a temporary vehicle identification method for up to 180 days. This measure aims to ensure that vehicles in the federal autotransporte (freight transport) sector can continue operating while they await the issuance of proper metal plates.
Implementation Details
- The temporary authorization will apply to all federal autotransporte vehicles, including their auxiliary services and private transport.
- It will be valid for vehicles operating on federal highways and bridges.
- The measure is expected to enter into force the day after publication in the Diario Oficial de la Federación (DOF), Mexico’s official gazette.
Reactions from Industry Leaders
Leonardo Gómez, the president of the Asociación Nacional de Transporte Privado (ANTP), expressed his support for this administrative measure. He emphasized that it would allow the continued operation of vehicles requiring proper identification while waiting for metal plates.
“This is a suitable measure, as it ensures the continuity of vehicle circulation and serves as an administrative temporary solution until metal plates are issued. Drivers must prominently display the assigned vehicle identification number during this period,” Gómez told El Economista.
Key Obligations and Responsibilities
SICT has clarified that the printed templates represent an administrative measure for vehicle identification only, with permisionarios (permit holders) retaining all existing obligations and responsibilities under current regulations.
Moreover, SICT has stated that any misuse or alteration of the temporary permit will be subject to penalties according to applicable legislation.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the issue at hand? There is a shortage of metal vehicle plates in Mexico, causing difficulties for transportation companies.
- What is SICT’s proposed solution? SICT plans to authorize the use of printed templates as a temporary vehicle identification method for up to 180 days.
- Who supports this measure? Leonardo Gómez, president of ANTP, has expressed his approval for the administrative measure.
- What obligations do permisionarios have during this period? Permisionarios must prominently display the assigned vehicle identification number while using the temporary permit, and they remain responsible for adhering to all existing regulations.
- What happens if the temporary permit is misused? Any misuse or alteration of the temporary permit will be subject to penalties according to applicable legislation.
