Optiq-V high-performance model equipped with a dual-motor setup rated at 519 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque, enabling acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. Production of the 2026 Cadillac Optiq, built on the GM BEV3 platform, is scheduled to begin on August 25 at the Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico.  Dealer configurators will go live on June 26, with the first retail orders scheduled for processing on July 24. (multiple sources on June 24...

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ated Dover Highway (K-Line) vessel. The Jeep Renegade accounted for the largest share of exports at 26%, followed by the Jeep Compass with 25%, Fiat Toro (24%), Ram Rampage (16%), and Jeep Commander (9%). This shipment surpasses the previous record of 3,000 units set in May 2023 during an export to Mexico. According to Emanuele Cappellano, President of Stellantis South America, this result reflects the strengthening of the company’s operations ...

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hly exports have fallen below 100 units since 2020. Production at the Montgomery, Alabama plant is also being expanded, to replace U.S. imports from the company’s Mexican operations. In April on an earnings call, Hyundai said the company had “implemented measures to shift Tucson production from Mexico to HMMA and had moved HMMA's Canadian-bound production to Mexico." In line with that shift, Hyundai shipped around 2,100 units of the Tucson cr...

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TLA Large platform with the all-electric Wagoneer S and riding above the STLA Medium–based Compass in the company's lineup. The styling appears more conventionally aggressive than the KL Cherokee with a flatter roofline and upright front fascia. The 2026 Jeep Cherokee will be assembled in Toluca, Mexico in a plant shared with the Jeep Compass, Wagoneer S electric vehicle, and future Recon EV. (Stellantis release June 24, 2025) (Stellantis video...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

ing formed parts and welded assemblies, including front and rear side members, front panels, and body forming parts for the Ford Puma and Ford Transit Courier BEV programs. These components are produced across the Craiova (Piteşti) plant in Romania, Mielec in Poland, and Esztergom in Hungary.  In Mexico, the Kirchhoff Puebla plant will supply the VW Tayron program with front and rear aluminum bumpers, as well as steel pedestrian protection comp...

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2 driver assistance features such as ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control), ICA (Intelligent Cruise Assist), LDW (Lane Departure Warning), and LCC (Lane Centering Control). As a global model, the Poer Sahar Hi4-T entered the Australian market this May and will be launched in countries such as Thailand and Mexico later. From a GWM press release and information on the GWM website 1/2...

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Marelli develops headlights and taillights for Audi Q5 SUV and Sportback Marelli Corporation (Marelli) has developed the headlights and taillights for the Audi Q5 SUV and Sportback models. In collaboration with the AUDI AG Team in Ingolstadt, the lighting systems were designed at Marelli’s Centers in Reutlingen (Germany) and Tolmezzo (Italy), and manufactured at its plant in Toluca, Mexico. The Audi Q5 headlights feature a bold "arrow" design, ...

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Soueast launches its brand in Mexico On June 22, it was reported that Chinese automaker Soueast officially launched its brand in Mexico during a ceremony held on June 18. The event was held at Centro Citibanamex, unveiling three new models as part of its Latin American expansion. Soueast introduced the S06 i-DM, a C-class hybrid SUV with a 114 km electric range and over 1,000 km combined range, featuring L2 autonomous driving and intelligent safe...

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s control, and delivery speed. Sustainability was a core focus: the expanded area uses 100% LED lighting, captures rainwater for reuse, and employs electric vehicles for zero emissions and minimal noise. This Brazilian hub is supported by regional warehouses in Argentina, Peru, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico, all connected to Curitiba. Volvo's other two global distribution centers are in Europe and the U.S. (Volvo Brazil on June 23, 2025)...

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SL MEX invest USD 45 million for new facility construction in Mexico On June 20, it was reported that SL MEX, a subsidiary of Korean automotive headlight maker SL Corporation, will invest USD 45 million in the first phase of a new automotive lighting plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico. The facility will be in the Logistik II industrial park in Villa de Reyes, spanning 8.9 hectares with over 14,000 square meters of built space. The site will produc...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/21

Scania unveils BEV 3 45R 6x2, first fifth-wheel truck in Mexico On June 18, at the ANTP Forum in Riviera Maya, Scania Mexico unveiled its first fully electric regional truck, the Scania BEV 3 45R 6x2. The BEV 3 delivers up to 603 hp and a market-leading 3,300 Nm of torque. It also features electric or electromechanical power take-off, lower noise emissions, and enhanced acceleration and handling. The truck is designed for long-distance operations...

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Aztema starts technical production in Mexico On June 20, it was reported that Aztema, a China-Mexico joint venture led by Grupo Tire Direct and backed by Sailun Tires, began technical operations at its new tire plant in Irapuato, Guanajuato. The milestone marks the production of its first tire in Mexico and the beginning of the industrial calibration phase, ahead of full-scale manufacturing in the coming months. With a USD 400 million investment,...

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VW launches 2026 Nivus with design and safety enhancements On June 19, Volkswagen Mexico announced the launch of the 2026 Nivus with new features. Powered by a 1.0-liter turbocharged TSI engine with 114 hp and paired with a six-speed Tiptronic transmission, the 2026 Nivus introduces key enhencements, mainly in design and safety. The exterior now features matte black lower air intakes, a redesigned LED-lit grille, new LED taillights with a red-lig...

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KIRCHHOFF, Germany expands production capacity in Mexico On June 18, KIRCHHOFF Automotive, in a newsletter, announced that it is making significant progress in expanding its production capacity in Mexico with the commissioning of two new plants.  It has opened a new production facility in Puebla. It is located near its main plant in Puebla and supplies important automotive components to Stellantis. It manufactures various components for the Jeep...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

JAC ships RF8 model to Mexico for Latin American debut On June 16, JAC announced the overseas debut and initial delivery of its next-generation smart MPV, JAC RF8. The first batch of vehicles was shipped from China to Mexico represents the RF8’s entry into the Latin American market, where it will begin official terminal launches in Mexico and other countries across the region starting next month. Built on JAC’s proprietary MUSE architecture, ...

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Chevrolet launches all-new Spark EUV in Mexico On June 16, Chevrolet launched the all-new Spark EUV in Mexico, a fully electric vehicle that joins the brand’s lineup. It is a rebadged Baojun Yep Plus SUV developed by the SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture. Equipped with a 100 hp electric motor delivering 132 lb-ft of torque, the Spark EUV features a 42-kWh LFP battery, offering a range of up to 281 km. The model supports dual charging, with a 7.7-kW ...

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nd no reported injuries or deaths linked to the matter.  The manufacturer of the brake pedal assemblies was Otsuka Koki Co, Ltd. The brake pin issue occurred during production at a U.S. plant that hired extra staff to increase inventory as the company was transitioning production to a new plant in Mexico. A malfunction in the QR code scanning system at the since closed U.S. plant led the supplier to disable the function and continue production, ...

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Phillips Medisize and TactoTek, Finland partner for IMSE manufacturing in USA and Mexico On June 11, TactoTek announced that Phillips Medisize, a Molex company, has joined the IMSE (in-mold structural electronics) ecosystem as a licensee. Phillips Medisize will begin IMSE manufacturing at its facilities in the USA and Mexico, serving key markets including consumer, defense, automotive, and medical technology. IMSE technology integrates electronic...

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d Composites México, a subsidiary of Japan’s Mitsui Chemicals, will invest MXN 250 million to expand its production plant in Aguascalientes and establish a new national distribution center. The move is part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its logistics and manufacturing capabilities in Mexico. The investment is expected to increase operational capacity and improve delivery times for customers across the country. The new distribution ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/14

Zeekr Mexico opens presales of 2026 7X model On June 12, Zeekr announced the opening of presales for its 2026 7X model in Mexico. The electric SUV imported from China is built on the same platform as the Zeekr 007, the 7X sits above the Zeekr X in the lineup and will be offered in two trims: Sport and Flagship. The Sport version delivers 310 hp and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6 seconds, while the Flagship boosts output to 637 hp, reaching 1...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/13