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New link to unclog Mexico City traffic

A major urban highway project in Mexico City is expected to help unclog the city’s notoriously congested streets. The new highway section will run from Las Razas through Indo Verdes and link with the Santa Clara area. It will provide a connection so far missing in the city, which is known for its regular traffic jams at peak periods.
September 12, 2016 Read time: 1 min
Mexico City is notorious for its heavy traffic congestion and long delays during peak travel periods

A major urban highway project in Mexico City is expected to help unclog the city’s notoriously congested streets. The new highway section will run from Las Razas through Indo Verdes and link with the Santa Clara area. It will provide a connection so far missing in the city, which is known for its regular traffic jams at peak periods. The link project is costing some US$235.6 million to construct, with the work being carried out by contractor Pinfra.

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