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Race Travel Basics

Evergreen guides for US fans traveling to races in Mexico: driving across the border, safety, and what to pack.

Is Street Racing Legal in Mexico?

No. As of October 2026, street racing on public roads is banned in Mexico City and on Mexico’s federal highways. Mexico City’s traffic code punishes organizing or joining a high-speed race with a fine of 21 to 30 UMA (about MX$2,464 to MX$3,519), 20 to 36 hours of arrest that cannot be paid off, and […]

How Do You Plan a Trip to a Race in Mexico?

Pick the race first, then fly into the airport closest to the track, book a base near it, and buy tickets only from the official promoter. As of October 19, 2026 the next four races in Mexico use two airports: Mexico City (MEX) for F1, NASCAR and Formula E, and Los Cabos (SJD) for the […]