The heavy vehicle industry in Mexico reported a start to 2026 with declines in key indicators such as production and exports, according to the balance presented on Tuesday by the National Association of Bus, Truck and Tractor Producers (ANPACT) with figures up to February.
During the sector’s monthly conference, Alejandro Osorio, director of Public Affairs and Communication of the association, detailed that in February 6,974 heavy vehicles were produced , of which 6,739 corresponded to the cargo segment and 235 to the passenger segment .
This level of production represented a decrease of 49.1% compared to the same month in 2025 , reflecting a start to the year below the levels observed in recent years.
Regarding the technology used in manufacturing, the industry maintains a strong predominance of diesel-powered units.
Of the total produced in February, 6,972 vehicles used this technology , while one electric unit and one natural gas vehicle unit were manufactured , which shows the current reality of the market in terms of energy demand.
The industry’s performance was also reflected in foreign trade. During February, Mexico exported 7,849 heavy vehicles , representing a 32% drop compared to February 2015 .
However, the monthly report showed a recovery compared to the previous month, since in January five thousand 076 units were exported , so the result for February represented a rebound in the pace of shipments abroad.
The United States remained the top export destination for the Mexican heavy vehicle industry, with 7,015 units shipped in February , followed by Canada with 498 units .
Colombia ranked third , consolidating its position as one of the relevant markets for this type of product.
In terms of exported technology, the structure is also dominated by diesel units. In February, 7,847 exported vehicles used this fuel, while one electric unit and one natural gas vehicle were shipped.
Imports of used trucks put pressure on the market
In addition to the industry’s performance, ANPACT warned about a factor that is impacting the domestic market: the importation of used heavy vehicles from the United States .
Osorio explained that this phenomenon creates distortions in the secondary market and affects both the industry and the supply chain.
“For every 100 new vehicles sold in the country, an additional 64 used vehicles are entering the market,” he noted.
The executive added that many of these units have high mileage or do not meet adequate physical and mechanical conditions , which, in addition to affecting the market, can also have implications for road safety and the environment.
Given this scenario, ANPACT called on federal authorities (including the Ministry of Finance , the National Customs Agency of Mexico , the Ministry of Economy and the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources ) to review the entry of used heavy vehicles and strengthen control mechanisms.
According to the association, addressing this phenomenon is key not only for the performance of the industry, but also to avoid impacts on employment, the renewal of the vehicle fleet and the safety conditions on the country’s roads.
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