The roads, built by private contractors, don t quite measure up to U.S. interstate standards , but they are an improvement over the typical Mexican highway of yesteryear. As a result, the roads are not being used as frequently as the road contractors predicted, and construction on new sections of the toll roads has come to a standstill. The Mexican government and international banks are stepping in to ensure that more toll roads are completed. We recommend that travelers inquire well in advance about which roads are open and what the tolls are . Although you will hear tales of banditry on Mexican roads , these stories are often overstated and outdated.
Most visitors drive Mexican roads today without incident.
Isolated incidents of random violence can occur in any country, and Mexico is no exception . To find out if any roads are considered unsafe when you ll be traveling, contact your country s embassy in Mexico City. Or, when you re on the road in Mexico, consult the Green Angels, Mexico s excellent highway patrol . Some 275 green trucks manned by English-speaking staff patrol the country s main roads. Local tourist offices in Mexico can provide you with the phone number of the appropriate Green Angels office.