On November 14, it was reported that JAC introduced the new Frison T5 Turbo 2026 at ExpoTransporte 2025, marking the brand’s formal entry into Mexico’s single-cab pickup segment.
The Frison T5 Turbo is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo gasoline engine producing 174 hp and 214 lb-ft, paired with a six-speed manual transmis

On November 24, Taigene México announced a USD 33.4 million investment to expand its operations in the Colinas de León I Industrial Park in León Guanajuato, Mexico.
The expansion includes the construction of a 6,600 square-meter industrial building that will boost Taigene’s capacity to manufacture electric motors for

On November 24, it was reported that JETOUR SOUEAST México officially presented the new T1 i-DM 2026, expanding its PHEV lineup built on the i-DM platform.
The launch marks the model’s arrival to the Mexican market and strengthens the brand’s electrified SUV portfolio, with customer deliveries beginning immediately.

On November 19, it was reported that Mexico’s increasingly protectionist stance toward China could trigger trade tensions between both countries, as experts warned amid preparations for the upcoming review of the USMCA in 2026.
Moody’s Ratings noted that while nations like Brazil are strengthening economic and politi

On November 13, it was reported that Shacman México (Sparta Motors) announced a partnership with Sesé, a logistics and assembly company, to establish a new truck assembly plant in Puebla.
The facility will initially produce 1,000 Shacman trucks, with plans to expand production to 4,000 units by its third year of oper

On November 19, it was reported that the United States activated the Rapid Response Labor Mechanism of the USMCA, this time against automotive supplier Grupo Yazaki in León, Guanajuato.
The mechanism was activated over alleged violations of workers’ rights to freedom of association and collective bargaining. The U.S.

On November 13, it was reported that Chinese truck manufacturer Dongfeng reaffirmed its commitment to building an assembly plant in Mexico, regardless of potential tariff changes.
Philipp Heldt, General Manager of Magna Automotive México, the brand’s importer, confirmed during the Expo Transporte 2025 that Dongfeng w

On November 12, Geely Auto México announced its official sales of the EX5 EM-i 2026 in Mexico, following a preorder phase in which more than 2,800 units were reserved.
Customer deliveries started on November 12, positioning the plug-in hybrid SUV as a key launch for the brand’s rapid expansion in the country.
The EX5

On November 18, it was reported that Canadian company Markdom inaugurated a new injection-molded plastics plant in Irapuato, Mexico thanks to a USD 25 million investment.
Equipped with Industry 4.0-ready technologies, the facility will generate 300 direct jobs and support key manufacturing sectors.
Markdom currently

On November 18, Honda announced plans to begin a phased return to regular production at its North American plants starting next week, following a three-week disruption. The disruption began in late October due to a semiconductor supply shortage linked to Nexperia. 
A Honda spokesperson confirmed that the company has

On November 13, it was reported that Dual Borgstena inaugurated its new plant in Coahuila, Mexico.
The Korean-owned facility, located in the Libramiento Norte Industrial Park, will produce textile seat covers for vehicles and create around 900 direct jobs, boosting the region’s manufacturing activity.
Governor Manolo

On November 12, Volkswagen Camiones y Buses announced in Mexico the launch of the Constellation 26.480, the first model in the Constellation family designed for highway applications with 6x4 traction and a 13-liter engine.
With a gross combined weight of 74 tons, the new truck marks Volkswagen’s formal entry into the

On November 13, it was reported that BYD reaffirmed its plan to establish a manufacturing plant in Mexico, with an official announcement expected before January 2026.
Julián Villarroel, BYD Mexico’s Vice President, confirmed during Expo Transporte 2025 that the project remains active, and that Mexico and Brazil are t

On November 10, it was reported that the National Auto Parts Industry, INA, recorded a total production value of USD 78.83 billion between January and August 2025, representing a 5.47% decline compared to the same period in 2024. Nevertheless, auto parts production decrease has slowed, with August production reportin

On November 10, it was reported that Nissan Mexicana began layoffs at CIVAC plant in Morelos as part of its restructuring plan to transfer vehicle assembly operations to Aguascalientes.
A total of 869 employees will be dismissed, with the first 260 workers receiving their severance payments and signing termination do

On November 10, it was reported that Audi México, based in Puebla, incurred an estimated USD 4 million in losses after halting operations for a day due to road blockades led by farmers across the country.
According to the National Chamber of the Manufacturing Industry, Canacintra, the stoppage disrupted the supply of

On November 10, it was reported that President Claudia Sheinbaum’s plan to impose high tariffs on Chinese imports has been delayed until at least December due to mounting private-sector resistance and concerns among members of the government.
Mexican manufacturers warned that the proposal would significantly raise pr

On November 11, Clarios announced that it is accelerating multiple paths to grow its battery recycling and critical mineral processing capacity to meet future demand, secure essential supply chains, and protect essential U.S. energy independence and manufacturing.
    • Clarios is in the engineering phase for a plann

On November 4, it was reported that Electrical Components International will establish a new plant in Torreón, Coahuila.
The project of more than MXN 600 million will create 1,200 direct jobs in a VYNMSA industrial park in the central area of the municipality.
Already operating in Ramos Arizpe, the company specialize

On November 10, Nissan announced pricing for the ninth-generation Sentra, which is built in Aguascalientes, Mexico and scheduled to launch in the U.S. in December in four available trim levels. All Sentras are powered by a 149 hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine carried over from 2025.
Starting at USD 22,400, Nissan is