I'm contemplating a "big drive", (as Ronny would say), through Mexico and maybe even SA in the future. My first question involves the price of diesel in Latin America; someone told me recently that diesel is super-cheap in Mexico because it's subsidized for their industry, is this true? Any Mexicans on line here? Anzures? I guess I could just google diesel/price/Mexico, but I need other info as well:
Am I crazy? Not to sound like an ignorant American, but is motor travel through Mexico generally safe? I've never explored the country and always heard that it's beautiful once you get away from the borders, obviously some parts are better and worse than others. If diesel truly is cheap, one or two people could have one hell of a great roadtrip in a diesel pickup w/ 4x4 and *live aboard* capabilities. It's really struck me this summer what an awesome road machine these are, other than the obvious high cost of fuel these days. Gas prices are down, but diesel is still sky-high. What's up w/ that?
TIA in for any help!
