The importation of used trucks from the United States has become one of the main points of concern for the heavy vehicle sector in Mexico.

During the AMDA Commercial Vehicles Forum 2026, distributors, transporters and financial institutions agreed that the entry of these units not only affects the marketing of used vehicles, but also impacts road safety , fleet productivity and the competitiveness of formal companies.

The discussion took place at a table dedicated to the secondary market for heavy vehicles , where participants pointed out that the pressure generated by imports has complicated the placement of domestic used units and has distorted reference prices in the market.

Miguel Ángel Bres, president of the Board of Directors of B&G Capital Group , stated that the problem goes beyond a commercial impact.

“It is not in your best interest as distributors to have scrap metal entering our country, nor is it in the best interest of us as transporters, nor is it in the best interest of the public; it is indeed a matter of national security,” he stated.

The executive revealed that the National Chamber of Freight Transportation (Canacar)  is in talks with federal authorities to promote measures that discourage the entry of these vehicles.

“We at Canacar, together with the Ministry of Economy, are working to reduce the tariff on imported vehicles to 50% because what they are doing is truly shameful,” he emphasized.

According to the participants, the problem is exacerbated by the price difference between imported used vehicles and units sold through authorized dealers , who carry out inspection and certification processes and, in some cases, offer warranties and financing schemes.

Jorge Martínez Madero, CEO of Grupo Fultra , explained that competition becomes particularly complex when market reference prices are affected by imported units that enter under conditions different from those of the formal market.

“The biggest problem is the friction that the take-off price generates with our customers,” he commented.

He added that while distributors seek to market certified units with technical support, many of the imported used vehicles arrive without the same quality standards, creating unfair competition.

The concern also extends to the operational level. Alejandro Gómez, Operations Director at GRUVER , pointed out that many of the imported units were designed for conditions different from those of the Mexican market.

In his opinion, this situation contributes to the deterioration of the infrastructure , increases the risk of accidents, and affects the productivity of fleets.

“What a trucker used to do from point A to point B in five hours 10 years ago, now takes seven hours,” he said, referring to the saturation of highways and toll booths.

From a financial perspective, José Ojeda, CEO of PACCAR Financial Mexico , acknowledged that the massive influx of used vehicles has also affected the behavior of the pre-owned market.

The executive noted that the industry went from sales of approximately 34,500 tractor-trailer trucks in 2023 and 40,000 in 2024 to around 25,250 units in 2025, in an environment marked by trade uncertainty and the growing presence of imported used vehicles.

“We have nationally recognized transport companies, where buyers used to line up to acquire these units, and now it is taking them months or more than a year to move them,” he emphasized.

Given this scenario, participants considered it necessary to strengthen mechanisms to regulate the market . Among these, they highlighted updating reference prices for imports, increased customs controls, financing schemes for carriers, and tools to help professionalize the secondary market.

Guillermo Rosales, executive president of the Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA) , recalled that the sector has promoted before the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP) the creation of estimated prices for imports, with the aim of combating undervaluation practices.

He pointed out that there are currently cases of imported units with invoices declared in amounts that do not correspond to their real value, which directly impacts competition within the national market.

Beyond the commercial differences, the participants agreed that the discussion should focus on modernizing the vehicle fleet and building conditions that allow for balanced competition among the various actors in the sector.

“We need to dignify our industry, and to achieve this we need to stand together,” Bres concluded.

According to the National Association of Bus, Truck and Tractor-Trailer Producers (ANPACT) , the importation of used units skyrocketed in 2024 to reach almost 29,000 vehicles, three times more than the average recorded between 2018 and 2020.

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The importation of used trucks from the United States has become one of the main points of concern for the heavy vehicle sector in Mexico.

During the AMDA Commercial Vehicles Forum 2026, distributors, transporters and financial institutions agreed that the entry of these units not only affects the marketing of used vehicles, but also impacts road safety , fleet productivity and the competitiveness of formal companies.

The discussion took place at a table dedicated to the secondary market for heavy vehicles , where participants pointed out that the pressure generated by imports has complicated the placement of domestic used units and has distorted reference prices in the market.

Miguel Ángel Bres, president of the Board of Directors of B&G Capital Group , stated that the problem goes beyond a commercial impact.

“It is not in your best interest as distributors to have scrap metal entering our country, nor is it in the best interest of us as transporters, nor is it in the best interest of the public; it is indeed a matter of national security,” he stated.

The executive revealed that the National Chamber of Freight Transportation (Canacar)  is in talks with federal authorities to promote measures that discourage the entry of these vehicles.

“We at Canacar, together with the Ministry of Economy, are working to reduce the tariff on imported vehicles to 50% because what they are doing is truly shameful,” he emphasized.

According to the participants, the problem is exacerbated by the price difference between imported used vehicles and units sold through authorized dealers , who carry out inspection and certification processes and, in some cases, offer warranties and financing schemes.

Jorge Martínez Madero, CEO of Grupo Fultra , explained that competition becomes particularly complex when market reference prices are affected by imported units that enter under conditions different from those of the formal market.

“The biggest problem is the friction that the take-off price generates with our customers,” he commented.

He added that while distributors seek to market certified units with technical support, many of the imported used vehicles arrive without the same quality standards, creating unfair competition.

The concern also extends to the operational level. Alejandro Gómez, Operations Director at GRUVER , pointed out that many of the imported units were designed for conditions different from those of the Mexican market.

In his opinion, this situation contributes to the deterioration of the infrastructure , increases the risk of accidents, and affects the productivity of fleets.

“What a trucker used to do from point A to point B in five hours 10 years ago, now takes seven hours,” he said, referring to the saturation of highways and toll booths.

From a financial perspective, José Ojeda, CEO of PACCAR Financial Mexico , acknowledged that the massive influx of used vehicles has also affected the behavior of the pre-owned market.

The executive noted that the industry went from sales of approximately 34,500 tractor-trailer trucks in 2023 and 40,000 in 2024 to around 25,250 units in 2025, in an environment marked by trade uncertainty and the growing presence of imported used vehicles.

“We have nationally recognized transport companies, where buyers used to line up to acquire these units, and now it is taking them months or more than a year to move them,” he emphasized.

Given this scenario, participants considered it necessary to strengthen mechanisms to regulate the market . Among these, they highlighted updating reference prices for imports, increased customs controls, financing schemes for carriers, and tools to help professionalize the secondary market.

Guillermo Rosales, executive president of the Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA) , recalled that the sector has promoted before the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP) the creation of estimated prices for imports, with the aim of combating undervaluation practices.

He pointed out that there are currently cases of imported units with invoices declared in amounts that do not correspond to their real value, which directly impacts competition within the national market.

Beyond the commercial differences, the participants agreed that the discussion should focus on modernizing the vehicle fleet and building conditions that allow for balanced competition among the various actors in the sector.

“We need to dignify our industry, and to achieve this we need to stand together,” Bres concluded.

According to the National Association of Bus, Truck and Tractor-Trailer Producers (ANPACT) , the importation of used units skyrocketed in 2024 to reach almost 29,000 vehicles, three times more than the average recorded between 2018 and 2020.

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Fleet renewal remains a key challenge for the Mexican trucking industry. With an average fleet age exceeding 19 years and thousands of small carriers operating under financial pressure, the federal government has introduced a guarantee program aimed at facilitating access to financing for the purchase of new and used vehicles.

During the AMDA Commercial Vehicles Forum 2026, held by the  Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA) , officials from the Ministry of Economy (SE) and the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) detailed the operation of the scheme and the complementary actions with which they seek to promote the modernization of the vehicle fleet.

Carlos Castillo, head of the Productive Development Unit of the SE, explained that the program is part of a broader strategy comprised of four pillars: tax incentives for the acquisition of heavy vehicles assembled in Mexico, the guarantee program for financing, the updating of reference prices and the development of a new safety standard for heavy units.

“The heavy vehicle manufacturing sector is going through a difficult time in Mexico,” he acknowledged, adding that the measures aim to contribute to the industry’s recovery.

One of the central components of the strategy is the tax incentive included in the so-called Mexico Plan . This mechanism allows for an immediate deduction on investments made in buses, trucks, and tractor-trailers assembled in the country.

Castillo clarified that the benefit applies to individuals, corporations, small and medium-sized businesses, as well as large companies, provided the vehicles are new. He further explained that applications can be submitted before finalizing the purchase , allowing the incentive to be incorporated into the financial planning of the investment.

According to the official, applications related to approximately 270 trucks have been approved so far under this tax incentive scheme.

For his part, Luis Ruiz Hernández, head of the General Directorate of Federal Motor Transport (DGAF) of the SICT, explained that the guarantee program has a fund of 583 million pesos (mdp) corresponding to the Federal Motor Transport Development and Modernization Program.

With a leverage factor of 13.9% and a guarantee coverage of 70%, the scheme will allow the generation of a potential financing portfolio of up to seven billion 860 million pesos.

The loans will be aimed at micro and small transport operators with up to 30 vehicles. Loan amounts can reach up to 15 million pesos per beneficiary, with terms of up to 84 months for new vehicles and up to 60 months for used vehicles.

The minimum down payment will be 10% for new vehicles and 15% for used vehicles , while eligible used units must be no more than six years old.

Interest rates will be determined by each participating financial intermediary. Currently, institutions such as PACCAR Financial , TRATON Financial Services , BanBajío , and Bansi are part of the program , although authorities indicated they are continuing to work to incorporate more participants.

To access the financing, applicants must demonstrate a minimum of three years’ experience as Federal Public Service permit holders and have a fleet of no more than 30 vehicles. SICT’s validation of these requirements will take between three and five business days .

However, the challenge of vehicle renewal is not limited to the availability of credit .

Carriers previously consulted by T21 have indicated that factors such as payment cycles of up to 120 days, high operating costs, financing requirements and decreased demand in some segments continue to limit the investment capacity of small businesses.

According to data from the DGAF, micro and small businesses account for more than half of the national vehicle fleet and represent the majority of the economic units in the sector, so any renewal strategy depends largely on their financial viability.

At the same time, the industry faces an aging vehicle fleet, while the constant influx of imported used units continues to compete with the acquisition of new vehicles.

In this context, the new program represents an additional tool to facilitate fleet modernization; however, its real impact will depend on factors such as adoption by carriers , the financial conditions offered by intermediaries, and the sector’s ability to transform available financing into units actually circulating on the road.

In that context, the success of the program will not be measured solely by the amount of resources available or by the number of approved applications, but by its ability to translate into new units .

The question for the sector is whether these tools will accelerate vehicle renewal or if they will end up being just a first step in addressing a backlog that has accumulated over years.

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The uncertainty generated by changes in North American trade policies has become one of the main factors holding back investment decisions and business strategies within the heavy vehicle industry , said Manny Katakis, Senior Analyst at S&P Global Mobility .

The warning comes in a context where the firm reduced its economic growth expectation for Mexico from 1.2% to 0.9% for 2026, while the forecast for North America was also adjusted downwards by 0.3 percentage points compared to its previous report.

According to the company, the slower economic growth is associated with trade uncertainty, high energy costs, and persistent geopolitical tensions at a global level.

During the AMDA Commercial Vehicles Forum 2026 , held by the Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA) , the specialist pointed out that beyond tariffs or trade measures, the main challenge for manufacturers and customers is the lack of certainty about the permanence of these policies.

“More than the policies themselves, what is affecting the market is inconsistency and uncertainty,” he commented.

Katakis explained that the industry continues to monitor the evolution of trade policies driven by the United States, as well as the review process of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) , whose definition will be key for manufacturers’ long-term planning.

He even suggested that, although it is not part of S&P Global Mobility ‘s base scenario , there is a possibility that the three countries will end up negotiating separate bilateral agreements instead of maintaining a trilateral treaty.

“It is a possible scenario among the options that currently exist,” he said.

Given this environment, several commercial vehicle manufacturers have begun to adjust their manufacturing strategies , favoring greater regionalization of production in North America.

According to the analyst, some automakers are strengthening operations specifically aimed at serving local markets, while others are reconfiguring their supply chains to reduce risks associated with regulatory or commercial changes.

Among the examples he mentioned were new investments and production projects announced in Mexico, the United States and Canada, as well as strategic moves by manufacturers seeking greater flexibility to respond to possible changes in the region’s trade conditions.

He recalled that the Mexican market for medium and heavy vehicles went from occupying the eighth position worldwide to number 14 after the slowdown observed after the pre-purchase of units registered in 2024, which has forced manufacturers and distributors to rethink strategies for the coming years.

Katakis highlighted that one of the companies best positioned to adapt to changing scenarios is PACCAR , because it has production capacity in all three North American countries.

Conversely, he explained that other manufacturers maintain more concentrated production structures, which limits their room for maneuver in the face of possible tariff adjustments or modifications to trade agreements.

The specialist added that, in addition to trade uncertainty, factors such as the conflict in the Middle East continue to put pressure on the sector’s operating costs . As an example, he pointed out that the average price of diesel in Mexico is currently around 28 pesos per liter, compared to the 25 pesos average observed during 2025, a situation that continues to put pressure on transport companies and the logistics chain.

However, he considered that there are positive signs for the industry, including the recovery of heavy vehicle production in North America , an improvement in order intake and the expectation of a moderate economic recovery in Mexico during the next few years.

“There are encouraging signs, but we still need greater clarity on trade matters so that companies can resume their investment plans with greater confidence,” he concluded.

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During the Latin American Automotive Congress (CLAM) 2026, held in Quito, Ecuador, the Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA) , the Mexican Association of the Automotive Industry (AMIA) and the National Association of Producers of Buses, Trucks and Tractor-Trailers (ANPACT) signed the so-called Quito Declaration, promoted by the Latin American Association of Automotive Distributors (ALADDA) .

The agreement seeks to consolidate a regional agenda focused on generating sectoral information, exchanging best practices, and promoting public policies related to trade, formalizing the sector, and sustainable mobility in Latin America.

Among the points included in the declaration, the organizations recognized that trade integration between Latin American countries will be a key factor for the competitiveness of the automotive industry in the face of changes in global trade .

In that regard, they proposed moving towards reducing tariffs and eliminating trade barriers that limit formal exchange between nations .

The document also warns about the effects of practices considered unfair within the automotive market , such as the entry of used vehicles and the importation of new units without official brand representation , noting that they can affect road safety, environmental commitments and the competitiveness of the formal industry.

Likewise, the Quito Declaration proposes that the tax regimes applicable to vehicles in the region be “reasonable, coherent and predictable”, aligned with objectives of economic growth, formalization and renewal of the vehicle fleet.

The document argues that an excessive tax burden limits the population’s access to vehicles with more advanced technologies and lower polluting emissions.

Another point agreed upon was to support public policies aimed at renewing the vehicle fleet through tax and financial incentives for the purchase of new vehicles with higher safety standards and lower emissions. In addition, the promotion of formal end-of-life vehicle disposal programs was proposed.

The declaration also promotes formal, low-emission public transport systems, integrated with individual and urban mobility schemes.

The document was signed by Guillermo Rosales, executive president of AMDA; Odracir Barquera, general director of AMIA; and Alejandro Osorio, director of Public Affairs and Communication of ANPACT.

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The heavy vehicle industry in Mexico maintains expectations of a gradual recovery during the second half of 2026, although the sector acknowledged that it still faces an environment marked by economic slowdown , trade uncertainty with the United States and pressure from imports of used units.

During the monthly industry results press conference, Guillermo Rosales, executive president of the Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA) , explained that the decline in the domestic market is due to a combination of internal and external factors.

Among them, he pointed to the slower economic growth, the uncertainty surrounding the review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) , and the saturation of the secondary market resulting from the influx of used vehicles from the United States.

“To this we must add the uncertainty surrounding the trade relationship with the United States, the renegotiation process, and the review process that the USMCA is currently undergoing,” Rosales commented.

The executive added that the importation of used trucks continues to affect the profitability of the sector and distort the national market due to tax evasion and avoidance practices.

According to Rosales, domestic sales of heavy vehicles closed 2025 with a drop of 32% and, at the end of the first four months of 2026, maintain a decrease of close to 29% (with nine thousand 845 units placed).

Despite this, he maintained that the sector expects a gradual recovery during the coming months , driven by measures implemented together with the federal government to encourage vehicle renewal.

Among the actions mentioned were support programs to facilitate the acquisition of new units, including schemes that allow amortizing up to 85% of the cost of a truck in a single fiscal year, in addition to credit guarantees backed by Nacional Financiera (Nafin) .

“We expect that in the following months from now until December we will recover ground,” said Rosales, who indicated that the sector’s expectation is to close 2026 with a slight growth of 1% compared to 2025.

However, he acknowledged that even reaching that favorable scenario, the industry would still be far from the record levels recorded in 2024.

For his part, Alejandro Osorio, director of Public Affairs and Communication of the National Association of Bus, Truck and Tractor-Trailer Producers (ANPACT) , highlighted that the immediate attention program announced by the federal government seeks to revitalize the domestic market and accelerate fleet renewal, particularly among owner-operators and micro and small transport companies.

The executive stressed that modernizing the fleet is key to increasing the competitiveness of the trucking industry and the national economy, noting that approximately 86% of goods in Mexico are transported by road.

Furthermore, he warned that the sector faces accelerated growth in imports of vehicles and components from China , a situation which, he said, presents challenges for national suppliers and for value creation in Mexico.

Osorio pointed out that, in addition to curbing the importation of used vehicles from the United States, it is also necessary to strengthen customs supervision and compliance with official Mexican standards regarding safety, emissions, and technical performance.

At the same time, he acknowledged that the market downturn has impacted employment in the industry. He explained that approximately 20% of the production workforce lost jobs following the slowdown in the sector.

“It is essential that, in addition to productivity and maintaining investment conditions, employment is also maintained,” he said.

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The renewal of the trucking fleet has returned to the forefront of the public agenda. Amidst pressure from operating costs, an aging fleet, and environmental regulations, the federal government presented an immediate action plan to protect the heavy vehicle industry in Mexico .

The plan aims at a dual objective: to boost domestic production of vehicles and improve the sector’s operating conditions , while also making progress in reducing emissions and improving road safety, commented Marcelo Ebrard, head of the Ministry of Economy (SE) .

In Thursday’s morning press conference, Ebrard explained that the program is structured around four pillars: tax incentives from the Mexico Plan , reactivation of the guarantee scheme, a new Official Mexican Standard on safety, and the updating of estimated prices for the importation of used heavy vehicles. 

Beyond the instruments themselves, the message was also reflected in the composition of the panel. The presence of Elías Dip, president of the National Confederation of Mexican Carriers (Conatram) , along with Augusto Ramos, president of the National Chamber of Freight Transportation (Canacar) ; Virginia Olalde, executive director of the National Chamber of Passenger and Tourism Transportation (Canapat) ; Guillermo Rosales Zárate, executive president of the  Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA) ; and Rogelio Arzate, executive president of the National Association of Bus, Truck, and Tractor-Trailer Manufacturers (ANPACT) , demonstrated that the program’s scope seeks to cover the entire spectrum of the transportation industry , not just one segment of the sector.

This integration also pointed to a necessary coordination to advance in the renewal of the vehicle fleet.

Incentives, financing and regulation: the package

The tax component is presented as one of the main drivers. The program will allow companies to deduct the investment in the purchase of heavy vehicles in a single year , instead of over a period of up to four years, which immediately improves cash flow for businesses.

To this end, two billion pesos (MXN) will be allocated to incentivize the purchase of vehicles produced or assembled in Mexico. In the example presented, the purchase of a vehicle valued at three million pesos (MXN) would allow for a deduction of up to two million five hundred and eighty thousand pesos (MXN) in the same fiscal year.

This scheme is complemented by the reactivation of the guarantee program , focused mainly on micro and small transport companies, as well as the so-called “man truck driver”, with the aim of facilitating access to financing, Ebrard explained.

For this sector, there is an initial fund of 250 million pesos , which will allow the acquisition of new units to be triggered through the support of development banks, said the federal official.

In parallel, the program includes the development of a new Official Mexican Standard on safety devices, which will apply to both new and used vehicles, national or imported, with the aim of raising standards on the road network.

The emphasis is in response to a context where around 30,000 accidents involving heavy vehicles are recorded annually, according to Ebrard, in addition to estimated emissions of between six and eight million tons of carbon dioxide (CO₂) per year.

The fourth focus is on updating estimated prices for the import of used heavy vehicles, with the aim of avoiding market distortions, particularly due to practices such as the undervaluation of units and non-compliance with regulations , which seeks to establish equitable competitive conditions for the national industry.

Industry: urgent renewal and a signal to the market

The strategy is designed as a cross-cutting measure. According to Rogelio Arzate, approximately 200,000 direct and indirect jobs depend on this industry, making trucking one of the cornerstones of the Mexican economy.

Speaking on behalf of the sector, Arzate acknowledged the announcement as a strategic decision for the country and stressed the urgency of moving forward with the modernization of the vehicle fleet.

The fleet of heavy vehicles in Mexico has an average age of 19 years, which reinforces the need to accelerate its renewal, he noted.

The executive stressed that this transition has direct impacts on road safety, by incorporating more advanced technologies that protect operators, passengers and pedestrians, as well as reducing polluting emissions.

He also highlighted that the program will strengthen the productivity of the trucking industry and support micro and small businesses, particularly those facing greater barriers to accessing financing.

From an industrial perspective, the package also sends a signal about strengthening domestic content . Currently, the sector has 64% regional content, with 14% of that originating in Mexico, and there is a goal to increase this share by 2027.

With this, the program aims not only to renew fleets, but also to consolidate a more competitive ecosystem, with greater local integration and development of suppliers in the country.

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After starting 2026 on a high note, new vehicle sales in the domestic market totaled 118,297 units last February , a 0.3% slowdown compared to the same month in 2025, when 118,602 cars were sold in Mexico, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) .

Conversely, in the first two months of 2026, 250,076 vehicles were sold , which represented an increase of 4.4% compared to the same period last year, in which 239,555 units were sold.

According to data from the  Administrative Registry of the Automotive Industry of Light Vehicles (RAIAVL) , this is the best result for a January-February period in the last nine years.

In the January-February 2026 period, the brands that stood out in vehicle sales were Nissan  with 18% market share,  General Motors  with 13%,  Volkswagen  with 11.2%,  Toyota  with 7.9%, and  KIA  with 7.3%, according to the  Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA)  and the  Mexican Automotive Industry Association (AMIA) .

Meanwhile, in the second month of the year, Mitsubishi reported a 13.8% increase in sales compared to February 2025, Ford  increased 8.9%, Volkswagen accelerated 1.4%, and  Honda 2.6%.

The performance of Chinese brands during the period showed mixed results. JAC  saw an 18.4% drop in sales in February 2026 compared to the same month in 2025,  MG Motor  experienced a 1.6% increase, and  Geely  saw a 249% increase.

The Inegi report indicated that as of January 2026, the  Zeekr  and  Lynk & Co brands , marketed in Mexico by the company  Geely Auto Mexico Corporation , were incorporated into the registry .

February’s vehicle sales figures showed mixed results: on the one hand, annual sales declined, while the performance in the first two months reflected good results.

According to analysts, moderate private consumption is expected this year , stemming from external factors such as global tariffs, and internal factors such as low economic growth, which will affect Mexicans’ vehicle purchasing decisions.

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After starting 2026 on a high note, new vehicle sales in the domestic market totaled 118,297 units last February , a 0.3% slowdown compared to the same month in 2025, when 118,602 cars were sold in Mexico, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) .

Conversely, in the first two months of 2026, 250,076 vehicles were sold , which represented an increase of 4.4% compared to the same period last year, in which 239,555 units were sold.

According to data from the  Administrative Registry of the Automotive Industry of Light Vehicles (RAIAVL) , this is the best result for a January-February period in the last nine years.

In the January-February 2026 period, the brands that stood out in vehicle sales were Nissan  with 18% market share,  General Motors  with 13%,  Volkswagen  with 11.2%,  Toyota  with 7.9%, and  KIA  with 7.3%, according to the  Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA)  and the  Mexican Automotive Industry Association (AMIA) .

Meanwhile, in the second month of the year, Mitsubishi reported a 13.8% increase in its sales compared to February 2025, Ford  increased 8.9%, Volkswagen accelerated 1.4%, and  Honda 2.6%.

The performance of Chinese brands during the period showed mixed results. JAC  saw an 18.4% drop in sales in February 2026 compared to the same month in 2025,  MG Motor  experienced a 1.6% increase, and  Geely  saw a 249% increase.

The Inegi report indicated that as of January 2026, the  Zeekr  and  Lynk & Co brands , marketed in Mexico by the company  Geely Auto Mexico Corporation , were incorporated into the registry .

February’s vehicle sales figures showed mixed results: on the one hand, annual sales declined, while the performance in the first two months reflected good results.

According to analysts, moderate private consumption is expected this year , stemming from external factors such as global tariffs, and internal factors such as low economic growth, which will affect Mexicans’ vehicle purchasing decisions.

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In an environment where the transport of goods by road remains one of the most vulnerable links for business activity, the Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA) held a meeting with commanders of the Mexican Army and the National Guard to establish coordination agreements on security in the central region of the country.

Highway insecurity and cargo theft continue to impact the operations of businesses of all sizes. According to the 2025 survey by the   Mexican Employers’ Confederation (Coparmex) , 25.6% of its members reported experiencing cargo theft during the year, a higher percentage than that recorded in 2024.

Crimes such as extortion, theft of company vehicles and damage to facilities were also identified , problems that affect costs, delivery times and operational continuity.

As a result of the meeting, it was agreed to establish direct communication channels and coordination mechanisms to address in a timely manner situations that may compromise the safety of companies and their employees.

The exchange of information on incidents was also discussed , as well as the need to reinforce security in public spaces and communication routes, key points for the operation of automotive agencies and the transfer of units.

In an environment where logistics and commercial operations face constant risks, insecurity remains one of the issues that must stay on the automotive sector’s agenda throughout the year, not only because of its impact on the movement of units and goods, but also because of the implications it has on costs, operational continuity and business confidence.

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