Overview

• The Honorable Concejo Deliberante de la Capital unanimously approved higher taxi and remis tariffs on August 26 in response to rising costs for fuel, tires and parts.
• The approved package authorizes “cinco puertas” vehicles to expand service and extends permits up to 15 years for cars that pass the RTO technical inspection.
• Council president Humberto Santillán said the commission‑negotiated measures aim to sustain the system and preserve jobs.
• In La Plata, drivers filed a formal request to replace the daytime schedule with the current night/holiday rate set at 1,500 pesos for the flag drop and 150 pesos per unit of distance.
• La Plata taxi drivers also blocked the 7 y 50 intersection to protest ride‑hailing platforms and demand stricter enforcement, causing traffic restrictions in the city center.