No Expansion of Mototaxi Zones in Playa del Carmen, Officials Say

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo — The municipal government has no plans to expand the authorized operating zones for mototaxis as they begin their regularization process, according to Nayeli Molina, director of Public Transportation.

In an interview, Molina said officials are in talks with the Quintana Roo Mobility Institute (Imoveqroo), which will now regulate this mode of transport, to ensure the current areas remain unchanged.

Once mototaxis receive license plates, monitoring will become easier, and they will need to comply more strictly with existing laws and traffic regulations.

Molina added that an agreement with Imoveqroo is expected soon, delegating certain powers to the municipality to oversee mototaxis, including respect for designated zones and fare regulation.

Bus Service Updates

Regarding fixed-route bus service, Molina said preliminary studies continue for the implementation of the “Mobilidad del Bienestar” system by Imoveqroo, which includes measuring road widths, sidewalk widths, and bus stop locations.

Currently, Imoveqroo’s priority is Cancun and Chetumal, which has delayed the start of this system in Playa del Carmen, though the project remains on schedule.

As for existing buses operated by permit holder Tucsa, Molina said a new mechanical inspection has begun to verify vehicle conditions, in addition to weekly checks. Seven Tucsa buses have been taken out of service due to issues that could endanger passengers. If repairs are made, they may be re-inspected and allowed back on the road.

Because the city is transitioning to a new transport system, no new bus registrations are currently being accepted.