TIJUANA, BC – The asphalt once again became a test of precision, concentration, and pride. During an intense day, Tijuana brought together drivers, families, companies, and authorities around a common goal: to recognize the talent of those who keep Mexican trucking moving every day .
The fifth edition of MT Mexico Northwest brought together 62 Sleeper Cab category operators , who tested their driving skills in front of hundreds of attendees who, from early on, filled the stands with cheers, applause and the support of their families.
Beyond the stopwatch, MT Mexico has found in Tijuana a strategic location to promote the professionalization and empowerment of truck drivers . After Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, the city where the project originated in 2020, the northern border city has solidified its position as the second location in the national circuit, a choice that reflects the importance of trucking in trade between Mexico and the United States.
During the opening ceremony, the mayor of Tijuana, Abdiel Gutiérrez Coronado , highlighted the importance of trucking as a strategic activity for the economic development of the region and acknowledged that competitions like MT México strengthen the professionalization of those who daily transport the goods that supply the country.
Winners of MT Tijuana
After more than eight hours of competition, the winners of the MT Mexico Northwest 2026 were determined :
First place: José Manuel Domínguez , from Express Service Transport (EST) , with a time of 1 minute, 47 seconds and 3 thousandths.
Second place: Juan Manuel Del Val , from Del Val Trucking, with 1 minute, 48 seconds and 19 thousandths
Third place: Mario Quijada , from Transmex , with 1 minute, 53 seconds and 5 thousandths.
In addition to the podium finish, the following operators also earned their place in the MT Mexico 2027 National Final , which will be held in Tampico, Tamaulipas:
Fourth place: Bernardo Hernández , from Transmex, with a time of 1 minute, 55 seconds and 59 thousandths.
Fifth place: José Ángel Avilés , from JA Logistics, with 1 minute, 56 seconds and 99 thousandths.
Sixth place: Gerardo Sánchez Rivera , from Agramont , with a time of 2 minutes, 2 seconds and 73 thousandths.
In this way, the six best times in the competition will represent Tijuana in the MT Mexico 2027 National Final .
Alfonso Millán , delegate of the National Chamber of Freight Transportation (Canacar) in Tijuana, highlighted that the event has become a tradition for the city and thanked the sponsors, companies and families for their support.
“Thanks to all the sponsors who make this event possible… it continues to focus on families. Seeing the operators here with their wives and children, this has been the fifth edition of MT Noroeste 2026, as is already a tradition in the city,” he emphasized.
Similarly, Mario Saldívar , general director of MT Mexico , stated that the competition represents much more than a test drive, becoming a space where the industry demonstrates unity and support for the operators.
“Today it was shown that it is necessary to show unity and also joy, have faith in those who also have faith in you,” he emphasized.
Classic tractor-trailer trucks also had a special place at MT Tijuana 2026. More than just an exhibit, these vehicles paid tribute to the history of freight transport and to the generations of operators and companies that, through their work, have contributed to building one of the most important industries for the country’s economy.
In addition to the track competition, the Paradero once again proved to be one of the most popular spaces at the event. Entire families, children, drivers, and company representatives mingled throughout the day in an atmosphere where cheers, photos, and conversations made MT México a celebration for the entire trucking community.
The industry was also well represented with the participation of over 30 brands , which offered exhibits and interactive experiences for attendees. Adding to the excitement was the performance by the group Mecánicos en Acción (Mechanics in Action) , which captivated the audience with the live assembly of an engine—a demonstration that drew dozens of people around each part until the assembly was complete.
With each edition, MT Mexico continues to expand its reach as a platform that recognizes talent behind the wheel. In Tijuana, the competition once again demonstrated that precision on the track is also a reflection of the preparation, experience, and commitment that thousands of drivers bring to the country’s roads every day.
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