On April 16, the Argentine government published the list of automakers approved for the first round of duty-free import quotas for electrified vehicles, with several Chinese brands being confirmed, including BYD, Leapmotor, Enoreve, MG and Lynk&Co.
Specifically, Lynk&Co brand has never been announced for the Argentin

On April 9 it was announced that Toyota is considering the option of manufacturing its Hilux pickup as a BEV version at the Zárate plant in Argentina from 2026.
The electric Hilux, first introduced as a concept in late 2022, has undergone three years of testing and is expected to hit the market in the coming months,

On April 8, 2025, it was announced that IVECO and Foton signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore a potential collaboration focused on innovative solutions for the Brazilian and Argentine markets.
This MoU, which builds on cooperative efforts that began in 2024, was formalized in the presence of Eduardo Freitas

On April 3, VW Argentina confirmed that production of the Taos will cease in Pacheco starting in July, making way for the new project.
The Taos, a compact SUV produced locally for the past five years, will be replaced by a restyled version imported from Mexico, featuring mechanical updates and a revised rear suspensi

On April 4, Argentina’s Association of Automobile Manufacturers (ADEFA) announced that wholesale sales of 47,915 vehicles in March were up 5.0% from February sales, and up 58.8% from March 2024.
Of those vehicles sold in March 31,490 were passenger cars, 49.2% more than last March, and 16,425 were commercial vehicles

On April 2, Volkswagen announced a strategic investment of USD 580 million in its Pacheco plant in Argentina to develop and produce the next-generation Amarok pickup, which will launch in 2027.
The new model is specifically designed for the South American market, reinforcing Volkswagen's regional focus and commitment

On March 28, Renault Argentina announced that production of the Alaskan pickup will end in November, marking its exit from the market with no plans for continuation.
This decision follows Nissan Argentina’s earlier announcement to shut down its pickup production line at the Santa Isabel plant and cease operations as

On March 19, Latin NCAP released its first crash test results of 2025, highlighting the second-generation Nissan Kicks as the top performer.
The compact SUV achieved a five-star safety rating, the highest possible score. The tested model was equipped with six airbags and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). The

On March 28, Nissan announced it will end vehicle production in Argentina by 2026, shifting all Frontier pickup manufacturing to its Morelos plant in Mexico.
The decision affects the Santa Isabel factory in Córdoba, where Nissan currently operates a dedicated assembly line with around 100 employees, who will continue

On March 26, Hyundai Brazil announced it will begin exporting the HB20S sedan to Argentina with the first batch already in the country.
This plan follows the successful launch of the HB20 hatchback in the country last November. Both models are produced at Hyundai’s plant in Piracicaba, São Paulo. According to Airton

On March 18, the Argentine government took a major step toward liberalizing vehicle imports by publishing Decree 196/2025, which simplifies the homologation process for private individuals.
This follows a series of earlier measures, including Decree 49/25, which created a tariff-free category for electrified vehicles

On March 12, the 2025 Foton Tunland G7 pickup was officially launched at the Agro Expo in Argentina.  
This model will replace the Tunland, which has been available in the country since 2017. Now imported from China, it will be distributed by Grupo Corven, taking over from Ralitor.  
The Tunland G7 is powered by a Eu

On March 11, it was announced that the Maxus pickup has been launched in Argentina, marketed by Grupo Empresario Prieto.  
Imported from China, the vehicle features a SAIC 2.0-liter turbodiesel engine producing 163 hp and 400 Nm of torque. It comes with either a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission. The DX 6MT (m

On March 7, Argentina’s Association of Automobile Manufacturers (ADEFA) announced that wholesale sales of 45,617 vehicles in February were up 33.8% from January sales, and up 37.3% from February 2024.
Of those vehicles sold in February, 31,450 were passenger cars, 26.4% more than last February, and 14,167 were commer

On February 25, Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Buses, a subsidiary of Daimler Truck, announced the launch of the New Generation of Mercedes-Benz Trucks in Argentina. The lineup includes updates to the locally produced Atego and Accelo models, along with new versions of the Actros.
The Atego series now features the 1721/48,

On February 20, Mercedes-Benz Argentina confirmed its decision to sell its production and commercial operations in Argentina to Open Cars, a local company specializing in dealership management. The sale is expected to be completed later this year.
Production of the Sprinter will continue at the Buenos Aires plant, se

On February 21, Ford Argentina announced the start of production for Panther engines at its Pacheco plant.
The factory, which was inaugurated in June 2024, initially began producing the Lion 3.0-liter V6 engine with 250 hp and 600 Nm of torque that same year. Now, it has expanded to include production of the 4-cylind

On February 17, the launch of the BAIC BJ30 PHEV SUV was announced in Argentina.
This C-segment SUV, designed for off-road performance, is imported from China. It features a plug-in hybrid powertrain with three motors: a 1.5-liter ICE engine producing 155 hp and 235 Nm of torque, a front electric motor delivering 174

On February 19, the Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL), a PSU under the Ministry of Mines, and the Provincial Government of Catamarca, Argentina, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for deeper collaboration in exploration and resource development of critical minerals. This collaboration is expe

On February 18, Argentine presidential spokesman Manuel Adorni announced that President Javier Milei will soon approve several modifications to the National Traffic Law through a decree.
Among the key changes, the importation of mass-produced vehicles will be simplified, as they will no longer require a Model Configu