GM’s joint venture in China seeks to build vehicles in Mexico General Motors and its Chinese joint venture, SAIC-GM-Wuling, are reported to be in advanced talks to manufacture vehicles in Mexico. The move comes amid shifting trade policies, as Mexico raised tariffs on Chinese imports to 50% in January. The joint venture already ships approximately 130,000 Chinese-built Chevrolet Aveo, Groove, and Tornado vans annually to Mexico, but adding loca...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/03

the 2024 cost base. The Group optimized its global footprint over the past year. In the Asia-Pacific region. The company consolidated its production sites in China and its distribution centers in Australia.  In the Americas, NORMA Group currently consolidates its production for metal components in Mexico at a modern facility in Juárez. A voluntary redundancy program was agreed on for relevant areas at the Maintal and Marsberg sites.  Based on ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

GM may face strike at San Luis Potosi plant in Mexico amid wage negotiations On March 31, it was reported that workers at General Motors’ plant in Villa de Reyes, San Luis Potosi, Mexico are now in negotiations over salary reviews, with the potential strike date postponed to April 17 from the previously planned April 2. The union representing employees submitted a request for a salary increase of up to 17%. If no agreement is reached before the...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

MG Motor opens multi-energy vehicle Training Center in Mexico On March 27, it was reported that MG Motor México presented its Training Center as part of the technical infrastructure supporting its operations and multi-energy vehicle strategy in the country. The facility, covering more than 3,000 square meters, is designed to train specialized personnel capable of servicing internal combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles. It includes technical...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

Mexico expects to renegotiate tariffs on auto parts On March 25, it was reported that President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, stated that Mexico expects to renegotiate tariffs on auto parts, aluminum, and steel with the United States through a newly established working group. Speaking at the 82nd annual assembly of CAINTRA, Sheinbaum indicated that discussions on the trade agreement are progressing positively, and that the creation of a formal re...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

Nissan closes CIVAC plant in Mexico after nearly 60 years On March 27, Nissan Mexicana permanently closed its CIVAC plant, ending nearly six decades of continuous operations. The facility, which began operations in 1966 as Nissan’s first plant outside Japan, produced more than 6.5 million vehicles over its lifetime and served as a key industrial and economic driver in the region. The closure follows a restructuring plan announced in 2025, under...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Stellantis supplier dispute stops Mexican plant, threatens Canadian operations On March 25, Stellantis filed a lawsuit in a Michigan court against ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules, who the company alleged stopped shipments to a plant in Mexico, disrupting production of the Jeep Cherokee and Compass models. The original dispute dates back to December 2025, when Stellantis said its U.S. affiliate paid more than USD 26 million and agreed to price increase...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

The vehicles also feature voice control and customizable smart functions aimed at enhancing user experience. The G6 is priced from MXN 819,900 with initial promotional offers available for early customers, while the G9 ranges from MXN 1,099,900 to MXN 1,259,900. Company representatives highlighted Mexico as a strategic market, emphasizing plans to establish a strong sales and aftersales network. XPeng has partnered with dealer groups to launch o...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

Linde + Wiemann inaugurate new plant in Mexico On March 26, it was reported that Linde + Wiemann inaugurated a new production plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico to meet the growing demand for advanced structural components in the automotive industry. The facility becomes part of the company’s global manufacturing network. The plant will begin operations by producing components for the BMW iX3, including parts for the Neue Klasse architecture, wi...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

6 after multiple rounds of adjustments, they had already inflicted damage on the world economy. Moreover, the final decision of these reciprocal tariffs remains unresolved, continuing to cast uncertainty over the global economic outlook. Additionally, countries including Russia, the EU, Canada, and Mexico raised tariffs on Chinese-made Electric Vehicles (EVs) in late 2024 and throughout 2025. Nonetheless, despite such complex and turbulent change...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

rom Off to On within roughly eight seconds, a voltage drop can occur, potentially interrupting the backup camera’s boot sequence and causing the reversing image to appear as a blank screen when the vehicle is placed into reverse. The camera assembly was supplied by Panasonic Automotive Systems in Mexico. Importantly, Lexus says the fault is limited to ICE variants fitted with a specific multimedia setup and USB charging unit. Hybrid versions, a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/28

Sandhar Technologies, India to set up auto parts assembly or manufacturing unit in Mexico On March 26, Sandhar Technologies' board approved a proposal to establish an automotive assembly or manufacturing facility in Mexico, either as a branch office or a wholly owned subsidiary, to strengthen its international presence, improve proximity to key customers and OEMs, and drive supply chain efficiencies. The company said detailed disclosures will fol...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Nissan reports progress in water conservation initiatives in Mexico On March 26, Nissan announced initiatives to strengthen water conservation at Mexican plants as part of its sustainability strategy under the Nissan Green Program. The company has implemented measures to reduce water consumption in its operations, ranking among the top five global entities within Nissan Motor for lowest water use per unit produced. Its facilities in Aguascaliente...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Audi launches new solar farm at Mexico Plant On March 25, it was reported that Audi Mexico launched a new solar farm at its plant in San Jose Chiapa as part of its strategy to advance energy transition and decarbonization efforts. The photovoltaic facility includes 8,424 solar panels designed for on-site self-consumption, with an installed capacity of 4.2 megawatts. The system is expected to supply up to 10% of the plant’s electricity demand, c...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Hyundai to launch 36 new models in North America by 2030 On March 26, Hyundai Chief Executive Jose Muñoz told shareholders at the company’s annual general meeting that the company plans to launch 36 new models in North America by 2030, up from the 25 it currently sells, in a manufacturing strategy that shows the brand’s long‑term commitment to the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.  The 36 all‑new or significantly enhanced models the company wil...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

EnerSys restructures manufacturing in U.S., closes Tijuana, Mexico facility On March 25, EnerSys, a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, announced it will close its legacy lead-acid battery manufacturing facility in Tijuana, Mexico, and transition the majority of production to its existing proprietary advanced Thin Plate Pure Lead (TPPL) plant in Springfield, Missouri, where it will leverage investments to expand ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Hyundai Glovis opens new headquarters in Mexico On March 19, it was reported that Hyundai Glovis Mexico officially opened a new headquarters in Querétaro as part of its strategy to expand and strengthen its logistics operations in the country. The new facility is intended to function as a central hub for logistics, manufacturing support, and supply chain integration, enhancing coordination with global clients. Through this expansion, the company...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

Aztema starts production at Guanajuato plant On March 24, Aztema, a JV between Tire Direct, Mexico and Sailun Group, China delivered its first tire shipment from its Irapuato plant, marking the formal start of production operations in Mexico. The facility integrates world-class technology with Mexican talent to manufacture tires meeting international standards. The company's initial portfolio includes two brands: Nobhex, focused on resistance and...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

eptember, although neither Nissan nor the involved groups confirmed the talks. The development follows Nissan’s decision to end local vehicle production in October 2025, when it halted pickup manufacturing at the Cordoba plant shared with Renault. Since then, Frontier units have been sourced from Mexico, while other models are imported from Brazil and Japan. Nissan has already implemented similar commercial restructurings in Chile and Peru, tra...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24

Mexico’s auto parts industry monitors middle east war effects On March 11, it was reported that Mexico’s auto parts industry is beginning to face rising logistics costs linked to the conflict in the Middle East, particularly due to disruptions affecting key maritime routes such as the Strait of Hormuz. The National Auto Parts Industry (INA) warned that the situation could also influence the availability and pricing of certain raw materials an...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24