Question 1

Which days can't a car with a plate ending in 1 or 2 drive in Quito?

Accepted Answer

In Quito, vehicles ending in 1 or 2 cannot drive on monday, between 06:00–09:30 and 16:00–20:00.

Question 2

Which days can't a car with a plate ending in 3 or 4 drive in Quito?

Accepted Answer

In Quito, vehicles ending in 3 or 4 cannot drive on tuesday, between 06:00–09:30 and 16:00–20:00.

Question 3

Which days can't a car with a plate ending in 5 or 6 drive in Quito?

Accepted Answer

In Quito, vehicles ending in 5 or 6 cannot drive on wednesday, between 06:00–09:30 and 16:00–20:00.

Question 4

What are the plate-restriction hours in Quito?

Accepted Answer

The restriction in Quito applies monday, tuesday, wednesday, thursday, and friday, between 06:00–09:30 and 16:00–20:00.

Question 5

Which vehicles are exempt from the restriction in Quito?

Accepted Answer

Exempt from the restriction: electric vehicles, vehicles carrying drivers or passengers with disabilities, vehicles belonging to senior citizens, official and diplomatic corps vehicles, public transport, and emergency vehicles.

Question 6

Does the restriction apply on public holidays in Quito?

Accepted Answer

No. In Quito the restriction is suspended on public holidays.

Question 7

Does this information apply to motorcycles and taxis?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily — this data covers private vehicles. Motorcycles, taxis and public-service vehicles usually have different hours and exceptions; always confirm with Quito's official source.

Question 8

Since when is this information in force, and how often is it updated?

Accepted Answer

This information has been in force since December 31, 2025. We periodically review Quito's official source and changes go through review before publishing — use the official source link on this page to confirm any recent update.

Question 9

How much is the fine for breaking this restriction in Quito?

Accepted Answer

The fine in Quito is 15%-50% del SBU (progresiva: 1a $72.30, 2a $120.50, 3a en adelante $241.00 sobre SBU 2026). Check the current amount with the official source, as it may be updated.

Quito, Ecuador

When is my plate restricted?

Private vehicles

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