The Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC) conducted an awareness campaign for drivers traveling along the Carretera Central, focusing on the importance of maintaining proper visibility in conditions of fog or low light, according to an April 30 announcement.
The campaign, called “Hazte Visible,” aims to improve road safety by encouraging the use of appropriate lights and retroreflective tapes. The activity took place at the Corcona toll booth at kilometer 48 of the route connecting Lima with La Oroya. It was led by MTC’s Directorate of Road Safety, with participation from Sutran, the Highway Division of Peru’s National Police, concessionaire Deviandes, and company 3M.
During this event, drivers received direct guidance about risks associated with low visibility on various sections of the road. They were also instructed in preventive measures such as correct use of vehicle lights and installation of retroreflective devices. These devices help vehicles be detected earlier in adverse conditions and are required by current regulations.
The MTC warned that driving without required lights or retroreflective devices is a serious infraction (G20), punishable by a fine of S/440—equivalent to eight percent of one tax unit—and results in 30 points added to a driver’s record. Driving through foggy areas without activating appropriate lights (G31b) carries similar penalties but adds 20 points instead.
As part of this initiative, free retroreflective tape was provided and installed for cargo and passenger vehicles whose existing tapes were worn or damaged. The campaign has been ongoing since April 2023 to promote safer practices among all road users.
According to the official website, the Ministry supports cultural and social wellbeing by improving national connectivity through enhanced transport infrastructure; operates service centers like MAC Lima Este; functions as part of Peru’s executive branch regulating transport; delivers safe infrastructure for national integration; operates under its minister’s guidance; serves communities nationwide; manages multimodal approaches for development since beginning operations in 1969.
The MTC emphasized that visibility is key for road safety: “Adoptar medidas simples puede marcar la diferencia y proteger la vida de todos los usuarios de la vía.”
