TYW Manufacturing inaugurates new plant in Mexico On June 2, TYW Manufacturing inaugurated a new plant in Irapuato, Guanajuato, with an investment exceeding USD 50 million.   The facility will produce components and digital dashboards for Kia and Stellantis and is expected to generate 1,000 direct jobs, including 650 for women and 350 for men from Irapuato, Abasolo, and Pénjamo.   According to Guanajuato's Secretary of Economy, Claudia Cristin...

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Nissan discontinues production of manual Versa sedan for U.S. in Mexico On June 2, it was confirmed that Nissan has officially halted production of the manual transmission version of the Versa sedan in Mexico for the U.S., marking the end of an era for affordable manual cars. Manufactured in Aguascalientes, Mexico, the Versa S manual 2025, which was priced at USD 18,330, is no longer produced due to declining demand and the 25% tariffs on Mexican...

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hurting companies such as Tesla that import auto parts from other countries. "He's going to end up building his whole car here. Pretty much he does," Trump said referring to Musk. "All of the manufacturers will build their parts here too." "It used to bother me they make a part in Canada, a part in Mexico, a part in Europe, and sent all over the place, and nobody knew what the hell was happening," Trump said. "But over the next year, they've got ...

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Mexico announces to restrict steel imports from Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia On May 29, the Mexican government announced measures to restrict steel imports from Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia to protect the domestic steel industry. According to Juan Antonio Reboulen of CANACERO, the restrictions will apply to both permanent and temporary imports. The decision follows meetings between industry leaders and government officials, including Secretar...

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he impact of U.S. tariffs. “In an effort to keep vehicles affordable for our customers, the brand will cover today’s increased costs,” VWoA said in a statement, saying it will “make pricing decisions that ensure our vehicles remain affordable” after June.   VW imports three vehicles from Mexico: the Jetta compact sedan, Taos subcompact crossover and Tiguan compact crossover. The Tiguan was redesigned for the 2025 model year and is curr...

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umer electronics), three plants for the aerospace division, one plant each for technology and industrial solutions, and lighting and electronics (automotive business).   It is developing one plant in China for wiring harnesses, one plant in Poland for modules and polymer products, and one plant in Mexico for integrated assemblies. It is building two plants in the UAE for the elastomers, and modules and polymers divisions.  Based on Samvardhana ...

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” by the International Emergency Economic Powers Act in imposing the import levies, and noting that the U.S. Constitution gives Congress exclusive powers to regulate trade with other countries. The court also blocked a different set of levies the Trump Administration imposed on Canada, China, and Mexico, for what the White House said was in response to the unacceptable flow of drugs and illegal immigrants across the U.S. border, saying that the...

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coal boilers to district heating in Nuremberg cuts 14,000 tons of carbon dioxide annually. Its Munich plant is moving from natural gas to geothermal energy. Volkswagen Truck & Bus now powers its Resende plant in Brazil with renewable electricity and plans to do the same at its plant in Querétaro, Mexico.More eco-friendly projects are coming, including powering Scania’s upcoming factory in China with low-carbon energy and heating. Based on Tra...

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le in three trims, Intens, Iconic, and Iconic Outsider, the Kwid also features citron green accents and a rugged exterior for adventurous drivers. The vehicle incorporates eco-friendly biocomposite parts made from Colombian cocoa waste and will be exported to other Latin American markets, including Mexico. (Renault Colombia on May 26, 2025)...

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Jatco workers in Mexico halt production due to low utility profit-sharing protest On May 26, it was reported that workers at Jatco’s Site 1 transmission plant in Aguascalientes, Mexico, halted production to protest receiving low utility profit-sharing. The payments were as low as MXN 1,000 after taxes, less than half of what they received last year. The strike halted most production lines, with around 30 workers protesting at the factory gates,...

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BMW unveils high-performance version of M2 CS On May 28, BMW unveiled the new M2 CS, a high-performance version of the latest-generation M2. It will be built at BMW San Luis Potosí plant in Mexico and produced in limited numbers. It will be available in USA, Germany, and China, with sales starting in late summer 2025. In Germany, it will be priced at EUR 115,000. The model builds on the second generation M2 with major performance upgrades. It fe...

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TAJCO to invest MXN 200 million for new manufacturing plant in Mexico On May 27, it was announced that Danish automotive components manufacturer TAJCO will invest over MXN 200 million to establish a new plant in Querétaro, Mexico. The facility will be in the FINSA III Industrial Park and is expected to begin operations in June 2026, creating more than 270 direct jobs for the manufacture of auto parts. The commitment was formalized during an even...

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GMC offers more equipment, new trims for 2026 Terrain crossover On May 25, GMC announced that production of the AT4 and Denali trims has begun for the 2026 Terrain, built at General Motors’ San Luis Potosi assembly plant in Mexico. A GM spokesperson said there has been no change to strategy or pricing in response to the Trump administration’s import tariffs on vehicles and parts. For 2026, GMC has added more standard content to the third-gene...

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NHK Spring inaugurates expansion in Mexico According to Cluster Industrial, NHK Spring Mexico, a subsidiary of NHK Spring, inaugurated its new Motor Core production plant in the Castro del Río Technoindustrial Park in Irapuato, México. The project represents a USD 55 million investment and will generate 233 new jobs, being this one the second major expansion in the region that involves building a new facility adjacent to the existing plant, foc...

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VW introduces ID.4 in Mexico On May 23, Volkswagen officially launched the ID.4 in Mexico, marking its entry into the country’s electric vehicle market with its first all-electric SUV. Built on the MEB platform, the ID.4 features a dual-motor AWD version that delivers 335 hp and 545 Nm of torque, powered by an 82-kWh battery offering up to 423 km range. It has a sleek, aerodynamic design, LED lighting, illuminated emblems, and a spacious “Ope...

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Honda Mexico unveils 2026 HR-V SUV for North American market On May 21, Honda de México unveiled the 2026 Honda HR-V SUV, a model built in Celaya, Guanajuato for North America, and other markets. The vehicle is powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 155 hp and 136 lb-ft of torque, paired with a reengineered CVT for better responsiveness and fuel efficiency. Paddle shifters and Step-Shift logic simulate gear changes for a sportier dri...

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Toyota recalls 443,444 Tundra pickups in U.S. over reverse lights On May 21, Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing notified the U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it is recalling 443,444 units of 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid pickups in the U.S.  Toyota said moisture may enter the reverse light assemblies and cause a light failure, which may reduce visibility, and not alert pedestrians and othe...

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Contreras will emphasize the importance of close monitoring in sectors such as metals, food, wood, non-ferrous metals, computers, vehicles, and auto parts. Contreras reaffirmed that the trade agreement remains beneficial and will continue under a more regionalized approach. He also highlighted that Mexico ended 2024 as the world’s 10th largest exporter, with USD 617.1 billion in exports and USD 37 billion in foreign investment, stressing the va...

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Nissan planning to manufacture new model in Mexico On May 21, Verenisse Ruíz Sánchez, head of the CATEM union of Nissan Aguascalientes, confirmed that Nissan's A2 plant in Mexico is preparing to add a second vehicle to its production line. Ruíz Sánchez emphasized there have been no layoffs and production targets remain stable. She stated the plant is ready to begin manufacturing a new model, pending final marketing and commercial decisions. W...

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Ford Mustang Mach-E production unaffected by Trump tariffs Production of the Ford Mustang Mach-E, though it is assembled in Cuautitlan, Mexico, has not yet been affected by the 25% tariffs imposed by U.S. President Trump as sales in the U.S. have not slowed and those in Europe have picked up. The 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E has received price increases ranging from USD 1,500 for base Select Standard Range models to USD 2,500 for Select Extended Rang...

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