Hoy No Circula: Restrictions for Pink Holograms and Plate Endings 7 and 8 in CDMX and Edomex on January 27, 2026

Vehicle Restrictions in Effect for Tuesday, January 27, 2026

The 'Hoy No Circula' environmental program is active today, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, imposing significant vehicle restrictions across Mexico City (CDMX) and 18 conurbated municipalities of the State of Mexico (Edomex). The measure aims to reduce pollutant emissions and improve air quality in the region.

Specifically, vehicles with a pink hologram and license plates ending in either 7 or 8 are prohibited from circulating. This restriction is in effect from 05:00 to 22:00 hours (5 AM to 10 PM).

Scope and Purpose of the 'Hoy No Circula' Program

The 'Hoy No Circula' program is a crucial initiative managed by the governments of Mexico City and the State of Mexico, in collaboration with entities such as the Megalopolis Environmental Commission (CAMe) and the Secretariat of the Environment (SEDEMA). Its primary objective is to prevent, minimize, and control the emission of contaminants from mobile sources circulating within the Megalopolis. By limiting vehicle circulation based on license plate numbers and verification holograms, the program seeks to reduce air pollution and traffic congestion, thereby promoting a healthier environment.

The program applies uniformly across all 16 boroughs of Mexico City and extends to 18 municipalities in the State of Mexico. These municipalities include Atizapán de Zaragoza, Coacalco de Berriozábal, Cuautitlán, Cuautitlán Izcalli, Chalco, Chicoloapan, Chimalhuacán, Ecatepec de Morelos, Huixquilucan, Ixtapaluca, La Paz, Naucalpan de Juárez, Nezahualcóyotl, Nicolás Romero, Tecámac, Tlalnepantla de Baz, Tultitlán, and Valle de Chalco.

Exemptions and Penalties for Non-Compliance

Certain vehicles are exempt from the 'Hoy No Circula' restrictions. These typically include:

• Vehicles with Hologram 'EXENTO', '00', or '0'.
• Electric vehicles.
• Hybrid vehicles (Category I and II with gasoline and electric propulsion engines).
• Motorcycles.
• Agricultural tractors and construction/mining machinery.
• Vehicles weighing 400 kilograms or less.

Drivers who fail to comply with the 'Hoy No Circula' regulations face significant penalties. Fines can range from 20 to 30 Units of Measurement and Actualization (UMAs), which translates to approximately 2,075 to 3,113 Mexican pesos. In addition to monetary fines, infringing vehicles may be subject to impoundment. Authorities urge residents to consult official sources for daily updates to avoid infractions.