In a significant move towards sustainable public transport, Clara Brugada Molina, the Head of Government in Mexico City, launched a program aimed at phasing out obsolete, concessioned transport vehicles. During an event in the Venustiano Carranza borough, she emphasized that the city is embracing electromobility, which she stated is essential for ensuring the right to the city and providing dignified transport for all residents. The program will see 339 outdated units removed from circulation this year, paving the way for their replacement with modern and sustainable vehicles.

Brugada Molina announced that to achieve the ambitious goal of eliminating all poorly maintained microbuses by 2030, a consistent decommissioning rate of 500 to 600 units per year is necessary. In 2025 alone, the city succeeded in retiring 535 microbuses, along with processing 419 various units and 299 taxis. This proactive approach reflects the city's commitment to improving its transport infrastructure and reducing pollution associated with antiquated vehicles.

Additionally, the government is offering financial incentives to transport operators to encourage a transition to electric technology. A key aspect of this initiative is a base bonus of 450,000 pesos for operators who replace their outdated microbuses, which could go up to 1 million pesos, highlighting the government's dedicated effort to foster a cleaner and more efficient public transport system in the bustling capital of Mexico.