Restriction on Vehicle Circulation in Quito for Friday, May 10th

The Pico y Placa, a measure in force in Quito, continues to regulate the flow of vehicles this Friday, May 10, 2024.

Drivers must be aware of the restrictions to avoid fines.

The regulations indicate that vehicles with a license plate ending in 9 and 0 have restrictions this Friday.

It is important to note that this measure does not apply to vehicles driven by elderly or disabled individuals.

Statistics of Pico y Placa

The Metropolitan Transit Agency reported that from January to April 28, 2024, 1,322 sanctions were imposed for non-compliance with Pico y Placa.

The days of the week with the highest number of Pico y Placa violations, according to the number of cases, are:

• Wednesday with 301 offenders
• Tuesday with 270
• Monday with 261
• Thursday with 260
• Friday with 230

The fine for violating Pico y Placa is equivalent to 15% of the unified basic salary (SBU), which is $69 for the first time.

In case of repeating the violation for the second time, the fine will be 25% of that salary, translating to $115. And in case of recurring offenses, the fine will increase to 50% of the SBU, which is $230.