Living in Mexico Without a Car: Uber, Costs & Getting Around Mérida

What’s it really like living in Mexico without a car?
When we moved to Mérida, we sold our cars instead of shipping them to Mexico. Between import taxes, fees, and logistics, bringing a vehicle across the border just didn’t make sense.
So how do we get around?
In this episode of This Might Be a Bad Idea, we talk about:
- Using Uber and Didi in Mexico
- How much rides actually cost in Mérida
- Why transportation is 75% cheaper than the U.S.
- The wildest Uber driver stories we’ve experienced
- Whether expats really need a car in Mexico
- Motorbike taxis, deliveries, and daily life without a vehicle
We also discuss whether we’ll eventually buy a car here—and if electric vehicles might make more sense.
If you're thinking about moving abroad, retiring in Mexico, or becoming an expat, this episode gives you a real look at everyday transportation and life in Mérida.
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