Medellín pico y placa rotation unchanged despite fake news

The pico y placa rotation in Medellín has not changed, despite false images circulating on social media. The Mayor's Office warned citizens not to share misinformation and to rely only on official channels. Source: elcolombiano

Current restrictions

For Wednesday, July 15, 2026, vehicles with plates ending in 4 and 6 are restricted from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Motorcycles with first digit 4 or 6 are also banned. Taxis with plates ending in 0 face restrictions from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Source: eltiempoco For Tuesday, July 14, restrictions applied to plates ending in 0 and 3 for cars, and first digit 0 and 3 for motorcycles; taxis with plates ending in 4 were restricted. Source: eltiempoco

Official stance on rotation

Authorities reiterated that the rotation changes every six months, and the current schedule has only been in place for about four months. Source: eltiempoco No date for a new rotation has been set; updates will be announced through official channels. Source: elcolombiano

Exemptions and penalties

Certain vehicles are exempt, including emergency, medical, and those using natural gas. Source: infobae Violating the restriction incurs a fine under Article 131 of the National Traffic Code. Source: infobae