On December 16, Suprajit México announced a new expansion phase in Matamoros, Tamaulipas thanks to an estimated investment of USD 2.7 million.
The project will create 800 new jobs over the next year, most of them allocated to workers trained in specialized manufacturing of cables and components for the automotive ind

On December 16, it was reported that Foresight inaugurated a new production plant in Jesús María, Aguascalientes, representing an investment of MXN 899 million.
The project will create 300 new formal jobs, adding to the 1,250 employees the company already has in the state.
This is Foresight’s third facility in Aguasc

On December 18, Kia announced pricing for the all-new 2026 K4 Hatchback, a new body style with added cargo versatility and a roomier interior, that joins the K4 sedan at U.S. dealerships in early 2026.
As affordability becomes an important issue in the U.S., the entry-level FWD K4 EX starts at USD 24,890, with the K

On December 12, it was reported that Mexico’s decision to impose higher tariffs on products originating from Asian countries without trade agreements, particularly China, effective January 1, has intensified a debate within the domestic market, revealing clear opposing positions across industries, especially the auto

On December 8, it was reported that JAC views Mexico’s upcoming reduction of the workweek, set to take effect from 2027, as aligned with its current expansion strategy rather than a disruption.
According to company executives, the reform coincides with a previously announced MXN 3 billion investment aimed at doubling

On December 10, it was reported that GMC began commercialization of the new Canyon AT4X 2026 in Mexico, introducing the AT4X sub-brand to the local market.
The GMC Canyon AT4X 2026 off-road pickup truck is powered by a 2.7-liter TurboMax engine delivering 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed aut

On December 11, it was reported that China reaffirmed its commitment to strengthen cooperation with Mexico and the wider Latin American and Caribbean region, despite trade tensions and the unilateral tariff increases applied by Mexico ahead of 2026.
After requesting that Mexico halt further tariff hikes, China releas

On December 11, it was reported that Mexico’s Senate approved a measure to increase import tariffs by up to 50% on more than 1,400 product categories from countries without free trade agreements, mainly targeting China.
The bill, proposed by President Claudia Sheinbaum and passed with 76 votes in favor and five again

On November 18, it was reported that Isuzu confirmed the upcoming arrival of the new Forward 1800 and Forward 2000 in Mexico.
The Forward 1800 adopts a 6x2 configuration with a 23-ton GVW capacity, while the Forward 2000 uses a 6x4 layout and increases capacity to 26 tons. Both are powered by the 6HK1-TCS diesel engi

On December 10, it was reported that the automotive sector is entering 2026 under continued cost pressure and cautious investment strategies, according to Deloitte’s latest analysis.
Alberto Torrijos, Automotive Sector Lead Partner at Deloitte LatAm, explained that uncertainty surrounding global economic conditions,

On December 10, Nissan Mexico announced the start of a new project to transfer production of the NP300/Frontier pickup to its Aguascalientes A1 plant in Mexico, as part of the company’s RE:Nissan.
The initiative aims to consolidate Aguascalientes as the largest automotive hub in Latin America. The project involves cr

On December 9, it was reported that Mexico’s auto parts production reached a value of USD 10.41 billion in September, according to the National Auto Parts Industry (INA).
Between January and September, the sector registered USD 89.24 billion, equivalent to a year-on-year decrease of 4.35%. The rebound was driven by a

On December 8, U.S. President Trump warned that he will impose an additional 5% tariff on Mexico if it does not immediately release water owed to the U.S. under a 1944 treaty. 'Mexico continues to violate our comprehensive Water Treaty, and this violation is seriously hurting our BEAUTIFUL TEXAS CROPS AND LIVESTOCK,'

On December 8, it was reported that GM will halt production at its Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico.
The pause, attributed to the holiday season and planned maintenance, will be carried out in stages from December 17, 2025, to January 6, 2026, with production expected to resume on January 7 according to the plant’s opera

On December 9, it was reported that Coficab, a company specialized in the production of electrical cables and conduction systems for the automotive industry, inaugurated its new Coficab II plant at the Durango Industrial Logistics Center (CLID) in Mexico.
Coficab announced that it will expand operations and create up

OEMs built 322,205 light vehicles in Mexico in November 2025, resulting in a 8.4% decrease compared to the 351,586 units built in the same month of 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
OEMs with production increases in November included Mercedes Benz with an increase of 38.9%

OEMs with manufacturing operations in Mexico exported 279,342 light vehicles in November 2025, a 3.4% decrease compared to the 289,309 units shipped in November 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
OEMs with increased exports in November included Ford with a 89.3% increase to

On December 7, it was reported that Stellantis will redefine its industrial footprint in Mexico in 2026 with major new production projects in Saltillo and Toluca.
In Saltillo, the company has started producing the RAM 1500 full-size pickup. Meanwhile, the Toluca plant will manufacture the sixth-generation hybrid Jeep

On December 1, UL Standards & Engagement urged Mexican regulators and industry associations to accelerate the integration of international safety standards for EVs amid the rapid growth of electromobility in the country.
The organization emphasized that, while Mexico sold over 88,000 electric and hybrid vehicles betw

On December 5, Hyundai Motor de México announced a strategic alliance with Banorte bank in Mexico, which will now serve as its main financial partner to operate Hyundai Finance products and services nationwide.
The collaboration aims to expand access to vehicle credit and offer more flexible and personalized financin