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Morelia Sets Aug. 24 Start for 3rd Carros Locos Downhill Race

Residents are urged to check final municipal notices on road-closure times for the 300‑meter Avenida Morelos Norte course.

Overview

  • The race begins Sunday at 9:00 a.m., starting near Calle 5 de Febrero and finishing at the Monumento al Pípila.
  • Teams of 5 to 10 will pilot handmade, human-powered carts over roughly 300 meters with ramps, obstacles and animation zones.
  • Prize awards are set at 12,000 MXN for first place, 10,000 MXN for second and 8,000 MXN for third.
  • Emergency coverage will include Rescate Morelia and the Cruz Roja, with pits, stages and viewing areas arranged along the route.
  • Traffic restrictions will close Avenida Morelos Norte and nearby streets such as 5 de Febrero, Constituyentes de 1917, Mártires de Tacubaya and García Pueblita, though published closure hours conflict and require official confirmation.