### Extension Granted for Vehicle Regularization Program Until September 2026
**Tijuana – TJGringo:** The Mexican government has announced an extension for the regularization of foreign vehicles, commonly known as “chocolate” cars, until September 30, 2026. This extension follows instructions from President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, aiming to facilitate the legal status of these vehicles. The announcement was made by Jesús Alejandro Ruiz Uribe, the Welfare Delegate in Baja California.
Since the inception of this program, Baja California has seen the regularization of nearly 400,000 vehicles and generated over 950 million pesos in revenue. This significant sum has been utilized for infrastructure improvements, including the paving of 469,507 square meters of roads across various municipalities in the state.
Ruiz Uribe emphasized that this initiative also addresses public safety concerns by reducing the number of cars with foreign plates, which are often used in criminal activities. Additionally, it provides low-income families with the security of owning vehicles with proper legal documentation, ensuring they are not subject to any unwarranted action by tax or local traffic authorities.
This extension signifies continued efforts to bring order to the vast number of unregistered foreign vehicles in Baja California, fostering economic benefits and community development.
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### Additional News on Vehicle Regularization Efforts
**Significant Drop in Illegal Vehicle Imports Expected**
**Mexico City – TJGringo:** In response to the extended regularization deadline, government officials anticipate a substantial decrease in the illegal importation of vehicles. Recent reports indicate that stricter border controls and enhanced verification processes will accompany the ongoing regularization efforts.
**New Policies to Simplify Registration**
**Ensenada – TJGringo:** As part of the regularization program, new streamlined policies have been introduced to simplify the vehicle registration process. Officials have set up dedicated help centers to assist vehicle owners, aiming to expedite and facilitate their compliance with the new regulations.
**Positive Impact on Local Economy and Public Safety**
**Mexicali – TJGringo:** Experts predict that the extended deadline for vehicle regularization could have a positive impact on the local economy and public safety. The revenue generated from this program will be reinvested into community development projects, including further road improvements and public safety initiatives.
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