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If you take road trips, you probably begin to become familiar with portions of the drive. Familiar stops, sights\u00a0and\u00a0sounds might greet you on your journey. Even if you are an American driver traveling in Mexico, you likely will begin to recognize portions of the drive. However, like with any long drive, drives into Mexico will pose safety risks, including the risks of vehicle breakdowns. If you aren\u2019t in an area where you can easily get help, however, you might find yourself in need of assistance. What can you do to protect yourself in these cases?<\/p>\n

During any road trip in Mexico, it\u2019s important that you carry Mexican car insurance. However, it\u2019s equally important to put together a safety kit to carry in the car. If you have essential vehicle necessities within your car, you might be able to prevent a small problem from getting too big.<\/p>\n

Safety Risks When Driving in Mexico<\/h3>\n

When traveling in Mexico as an international driver, you will probably see numerous similarities to driving here in the States. Therefore, just as you\u2019ll face driving risks in your own neighborhood, you\u2019ll also face driving risks south of the border.<\/p>\n

However, the difference between local driving and driving away from home (international driving, included), is that when you aren\u2019t close to home, you are not familiar with the area in which you will travel. Even if you have been to the area before, it\u2019s still not the same as a place you travel every day. If you were to have a breakdown, you might not know who to call for help. You might not know where to go to get a tank of\u00a0gas,\u00a0or to have a tire changed.<\/p>\n

All the same, you do have resources available to help you in these situations.<\/p>\n

If you have Mexican car insurance, which Americans driving in Mexico must, the policy might contain a roadside assistance supplement. With this portion of your policy, you can call the insurer, and they can dispatch a mechanic to your aid. They might help you change your tires, deliver gas, arrange tows or make small repairs.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, if you are traveling on certain federal highways in Mexico, the government supports a roadside assistance program called the Green Angels. The Green Angels are trained mechanics who patrol major\u00a0roadways,\u00a0and can offer assistance to stranded motorists. Like your insurance\u2019s roadside assistance coverage, the Green Angels can help you with the problems centering around breakdowns.<\/p>\n

Still, there are other ways to protect yourself during your road trips. If you create a vehicle emergency kit, you can have a resource that you can refer to immediately in case a breakdown occurs.<\/p>\n

The Necessity of Emergency Kits<\/h3>\n

Sure, you might be able to call your auto insurer or the Green Angels for help in case you experience a breakdown on a Mexican roadway. However, there\u2019s always a chance that you might need assistance immediately, even before someone can come to your aid. It\u2019s important to put together an emergency kit that you can pull out immediately when a problem occurs. It should include:<\/p>\n