In 2023, traffic congestion continued to be a significant issue in many cities around the world. The capitals of Peru and Mexico being notable examples. According to TomTom’s data, Mexico City and Lima were among the top three cities globally for the amount of time their residents spent in traffic jams. Mexico City ranked third, […]
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