As part of a one billion dollar (USD) investment, General Motors (GM) will manufacture the Aveo and Groove models at its Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila complex, which will be destined for the domestic market, announced Francisco Garza, president and CEO of the automaker in the country.

“We will start in 2027 with Chevrolet Groove and later add our beloved Chevrolet Aveo, currently the best-selling vehicle in the Mexican market,” the executive highlighted.

During the event “General Motors of Mexico’s New Project for Mexico,” held in Toluca, State of Mexico, Garza highlighted that this new project is part of the one billion dollar investment announced last January for the operations of the US-based firm in the country and is aligned with the Mexico Plan .

“It is a project conceived in Mexico for Mexico, which strengthens the national industry, takes advantage of the installed capacity in our country and contributes to reducing dependence on foreign countries, promoting sustainable industrial development in line with the objectives of the Mexico Plan,” he emphasized.

The executive indicated that starting next year they will begin local assembly of units for the national market, with the goal of reaching an approximate capacity of 80,000 vehicles per year by 2030 .

This announcement comes in a context where Mexico imposed, since January 1, 2026, tariffs of up to 50% on 1,463 tariff classifications for countries with which it does not have a trade agreement, including China, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, India, Thailand, Malaysia and others, in order to protect the country’s industrial sectors such as textiles and clothing, automotive and steel.

In his remarks, Marcelo Ebrard, head of the Ministry of Economy (SE) , said that 80,000 vehicles that are being imported from Asia to Mexico, which do not have Mexican parts, nor are they assembled here, will begin to be produced in the country.

“Those 80,000 vehicles represent a very big impact for General Motors to preserve, maintain and grow its manufacturing platform in our country, protect jobs, the plants they have, and it will mean a cost, an investment, because it was cheaper to do it elsewhere, but what must be acknowledged about General Motors is the decision made by its director, its global CEO, Mary Barra, to invest one billion dollars for now, plus whatever comes later,” he said.

Similarly, Ebrard indicated that these vehicles will be manufactured with more parts and components made in Mexico.

For his part, Francisco Garza pointed out that the Ramos Arizpe complex comprises five plants and employs more than 5,000 people, making it a benchmark for the country’s industrial transformation. He noted that with the projected 80,000 units, “we will be exceeding our vision of increasing vehicle production for the domestic market by 10% by 2030.”

With this project, GM is setting a precedent in the automotive industry at a time when the policy of Donald Trump, President of the United States, seeks the return of these companies to the United States.

According to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) , GM manufactured 291,031 light vehicles in Mexican plants during the period January-April 2026 , which meant a growth of 2.9% compared to the same cycle of 2025.

In the same period, the brand exported 263,159 units , a growth of 0.1% compared to the first four months of last year.

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The future of the automotive industry in Mexico will be closely linked to the political and commercial environment of 2026 , according to Pedro Tello Villagrán, economist and business advisor, who considered that the sector will face a scenario of high uncertainty, derived, mainly, from the negotiation style of the President of the United States, Donald Trump, and the review process of the Treaty between Mexico, United States and Canada (USMCA) .

The specialist recalled that, while in 2020 Trump described the USMCA as the most important trade agreement signed by the United States, at the beginning of 2026 he publicly declared that the treaty is “irrelevant” and that the northern neighbor “does not need cars made in Mexico”.

This contradiction, Tello pointed out, shows how trade and the automotive industry are being used as political instruments in a key election year for the United States, in which the composition of Congress will be renewed and, in some states, governors will be elected.

According to the economist, this stance represents a direct risk for Mexico , given its heavy reliance on a single market and the decisions of a single president. The automotive industry, a pillar of Mexico’s export sector, could be affected by tariff threats, changes in rules of origin, or pressure to relocate production to the United States.

At the close of 2025, the automotive industry in Mexico registered a slight contraction in both vehicle production and exports, amidst global adjustments. According to figures from the Mexican Automotive Industry Association (AMIA) , approximately 3.95 million vehicles were produced during the year, while exports decreased by 2.7% year-on-year.

However, AMIA highlighted that dependence on the US market remains high, as 78.4% of vehicles produced in Mexico were exported to the United States , and together with Canada they accounted for around 90% of total exports , which reaffirms the strong integration and complementarity of the Mexican automotive sector with the North American region.

During the virtual conference ”  Mexico 2026: A Year of Challenges for the Economy and Businesses ,” organized by the  National Association of Vehicle Tracking and Protection Companies (ANERPV) , Tello Villagrán emphasized that the review of the USMCA will be crucial for the sector , not only because of the agreement’s technical content, but also because of the need to restore certainty. In his view, Mexico must come to the negotiating table with a firm position that prioritizes clear rules, compliance with agreements, and productive integration based on real competitive advantages.

Beyond the treaty, he argued that the Mexican automotive industry must rethink its long-term strategy. Relying exclusively on the U.S. market increases the sector’s vulnerability to political shocks and unilateral decisions. Therefore, he emphasized the need to strengthen domestic production capacity, diversify markets, and move toward a model that reduces exposure to external volatility.

In that sense, the Mexico Plan was identified as a tool that, although it has fallen short of initial expectations, remains the only available strategy to promote national content , productive investment, and the development of stronger value chains within the country.

In 2026, the Mexican automotive industry will move between caution and adaptation , Tello considered.

“I believe that the path the Mexican government will follow is to align itself with the United States’ decision to build a wall against Chinese imports in order to strengthen regional economic integration,” he stressed.

Exporting companies will maintain reasonable operations and profitability levels, but expansion and investment decisions will continue to be contingent on the outcome of the USMCA and the political environment in the United States. For Mexico, he said, the challenge will be to use this year not only to withstand external pressure, but also to redefine the course of one of its strategic sectors.

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Innovation and technology are part of the current tools that allow for making appropriate and efficient decisions to face disruptions that may arise when carrying out vehicle logistics, according to industry specialists.

Sergio Gutiérrez, Director of Operations at Glovis America , indicated that technology is important because it allows for predictability and solutions to anticipate issues such as congestion, lack of capacity, and others.

“If we don’t have this, we’re not in the game. Today we’re worried about how much we’re going to invest in technology, but now the challenge is whether that will be a driver for an impact on work, whether it will reduce the presence of humans in decision-making. What we see is that it’s meant to make better, faster decisions, not to replace jobs,” he said.

In the panel “Adapt to Change: Increased Flexibility in Vehicle Logistics” held within the framework of Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain, Carlos Augusto Eudave, head of Logistics at Chirey Mexico, explained that technology will be in the processes and only Artificial Intelligence will be integrated into the system.

“We use Artificial Intelligence in the process in China, and that is helping us to be faster in the face of fluctuations in production. We are looking at what the next steps are in synchronizing logistics processes,” he said.

He reiterated that the use of this tool provides a solution; however, the final decision will be made by a human. He also commented that flexibility must consider the impact on quality and cost, and adapt processes as much as possible.

Similarly, he mentioned that through innovation they are aware of market trends in each of their distribution centers regarding models or colors, “we analyze and place the order with China and that is what we are going to sell in that region of the country, with this we are reducing costs.”

Bernardo Múzquiz Pezino ( a member of the 21 T21 Young Leaders in 2020 ), Director of Logistics for Finished Vehicles at General Motors of Mexico , highlighted that the country is one of the main exporters of vehicles, while the company is the third largest, so “we have to be efficient in how we make decisions in our export strategy, otherwise we wouldn’t meet our monthly goals.”

“GM doesn’t want to adapt but to create change, and we invite our partners to work together towards innovation so that we can achieve this by next year,” he said.

Antonio Zepeda Torres, Commercial Director of the CSI Group , said that they provide these types of tools for decision-making and analyzing information to anticipate disruptions.

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The automotive industry in North America has undergone several changes since Donald Trump’s presidential campaign . In recent months alone, several modifications have been made, mainly to electric vehicles, which has affected the transition to electromobility.

Anuar Méndez, Associate Director of Research & Analysis at S&P Global Mobility, mentioned that this has caused a considerable increase in prices, as well as a contraction for the sector; however, uncertainty will continue until the review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is carried out.

During the panel “Policy, Production and Propulsion Systems: Vehicle Sales and Production in North America” , held within the framework of Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain, he indicated that amid a volatile business climate, automotive electrification will continue, but at a slower pace than anticipated a year ago.

“We see a more stable industry, without regulations, and customers in the United States will continue to have more affordable options to buy, which is somewhat balancing the effect of uncertainty with gasoline and hybrid vehicles,” he explained.

He mentioned that in Canada there are also repercussions from US policies , which have affected consumer confidence in that country.

Furthermore, there is an uncertain outlook for zero-emission vehicles given what the United States is doing on this issue.

“As the United States contracts its supply and production of electric vehicles, it’s having implications for the Canadian industry. Incentives will no longer be available starting in January, impacting electrification efforts, which are being reduced or eliminated. Furthermore, automakers are realizing how difficult it will be to bring electric vehicles to this country and are changing their strategy to have a more diverse portfolio, but it’s uncertain,” he emphasized.

In that regard, he stated that despite the end of incentives in Canada, electrification will continue, but it will be more gradual and will shift towards gasoline-powered vehicles, hybrids, and plug-in hybrids.

He pointed out that in Mexico this alternative is progressing more slowly , and Chinese brands are pushing the change, but “that path to electrification will take time,” and there are few regulations for this segment and no incentives, only tax deductibility.

“We have seen in the industry how Chinese vehicles have disrupted the established pattern of a stable industry. In less than five years, we have seen more than 20 brands enter Mexico. Regarding consumer availability and the openness to buying a new vehicle, we see accessibility with low payment options,” he noted.

He recalled that during 2019 there was a market share of Chinese brands of 0.8%, while during the pandemic, due to their availability, even more began to arrive so that by August of this year the share was 16.9%, surpassing other companies of the same origin .

“Without a regulatory framework and without incentives for electrification, Mexico will lag behind North America’s growth in electric vehicles; vehicle accessibility will be determined by the use of gasoline, and we project a 5% market share for the country in this segment by 2030, while Chinese vehicles will be the preferred option,” he explained.

Given this scenario, he considered that to accelerate the transition in the country, the Mexican government should, as in the United States and Canada, implement feasible deductions for the industry and regulate electrification along with an incentive program.

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Faced with the disruptions currently affecting the automotive supply chain, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, digitalization, and innovation allows for improved productivity and delivery of units, industry specialists agreed.

Francisco Bravo Gómez, Senior Director of Supply Chain at Audi Mexico, commented that they are testing AI tools with an anticipatory and evaluative approach to foresee any disruptions in their logistics

In the panel ” Boosting Productivity: Creating High-Performance Logistics Networks within the Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Framework,” he explained that with pre-established scenarios, one can react quickly to any disruption.

“This long-term risk management effort provides flexibility, and you learn and create an organization to manage, decide, and react when disruptions occur,” he said.

David D’Annunzio, Global Vice President, Vertical Leader – Automotive at DP World , explained that the use of technology and innovation allows for improved operations.

“We share best practices. When there are disruptions, you need immediate attention, which we didn’t have before, to make decisions to protect the supply chain,” he indicated.

Therefore, he commented that sharing adequate information among customs, partners, government, ports, service providers, among others, are the most important challenges in the coming years

Víctor Monroy, general manager for Mexico and Central America at MSC , mentioned that agility in decision-making is required, and recalled how the change in containers for vehicle transport benefited, where this modification resulted in 1.3 million cars being moved in 2024 , thus increasing productivity and improving results in delivery to the end customer

“As logistics partners, we must ensure that we understand the customer’s mindset, what they need. We have to be focused on the same mindset,” he said.

Dayan León, Deputy Director of Parts Logistics at Nissan Mexico , mentioned that having the right partners will allow them to face disruptions and changes more nimbly.

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In reporting its third-quarter results, it specified that it also expects growth of between 5% and 7% in its volume, and 8% to 10% in its revenue.

Regarding the third quarter, GMXT indicated that total revenues were just over $871 million, 8.9% higher than in the same period last year and an EBITDA of $359 million, 8.1% year-on-year.

Transported volumes were 4.1% higher in ton-kilometers and the number of cars moved totaled 499,605, barely a 0.2% growth.

The growth in cargo is mainly due to the Automotive, Agricultural and Intermodal segments; the first saw an increase as a result of additional volume on longer routes and an increase in production, the second due to imports that increased to compensate for the decrease in local harvests, while the last due to the cross-border volume that has steadily increased and the increase in volume in Florida.

GMXT specified that the decreases occurred in segments such as Metals and Cement, which were affected by a market downturn and a slowdown in construction in the country.

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The Mexican automotive sector is the backbone of Mexican manufacturing and exports , which is why its participation in the revision of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is “essential” to preserve regional competitiveness, said Elisa Crespo , executive president of the Metropolitan Automotive Cluster (CLAUT) .

Crespo warned that failure to consider the industry’s proposals in the review of the trilateral trade agreement, scheduled for July 2026, could lead to strategic and structural risks, such as a loss of regional competitiveness, fragmentation of North American value chains, negative economic and labor impacts, and geopolitical uncertainty.

“Failure to address the automotive sector’s proposals in the USMCA review could compromise Mexico’s strategic position within the world’s most dynamic trading bloc. The industry requires a framework that combines certainty, competitiveness, and flexibility to address the sector’s technological and energy transformation. Therefore, incorporating its leadership into the negotiations is ideal and essential,” he said in an interview with T21.

The specialist indicated that CLAUT’s participation in the open dialogue on the USMCA will allow for a “snapshot of the concerns and vulnerability” in the sector, and said that the State of Mexico is highly productive for this industry, with the presence of key automakers such as General Motors , Ford , Stellantis , and heavy vehicle manufacturers such as Daimler and Volvo Buses .

The USMCA review represents a “great opportunity” to align efforts and criteria that strengthen the productive and competitive integration of North America , he emphasized.

He added that the proposals the cluster will present aim to anticipate opportunities and promptly address critical issues in the treaty . Among the main points to be addressed are tariffs, rules of origin, customs procedures, investment and labor conditions, as well as energy and development subsidies.

He also indicated that CLAUT collaborates closely with the country’s leading business organizations and welcomed the “open dialogue” it maintains with the Ministry of Economy .

The cluster plays an important role as an articulator, analyst, and technical and strategic interlocutor with companies, with the aim of contributing to the construction of a common position as a country .

Elisa Crespo shared that the formal participation mechanism in the USMCA consultations consists of a consultation with companies, guided by specialists with experience in previous negotiations. The results will be presented in writing, although in-person dialogue with the authorities will be prioritized.

Crespo called on industry leaders to assume their responsibility and actively participate in the process, and expressed his full confidence in the ability of Mexico’s representatives during the USMCA review to defend the agreement and this industry.

It’s worth remembering that the Mexican automotive industry has had its ups and downs so far this year . In September 2025 alone, both production and exports registered negative figures in their annual measurement.

According to the  National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI) , automobile manufacturing in Mexico totaled 355,525 units in the ninth month of the year, a 6.1% drop compared to the same period in 2024; while exports of light vehicles manufactured in the country totaled 314,656 units, representing a 0.3% decline in annual growth.

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Guanajuato reaffirms its position as one of the country’s most dynamic economies by strengthening its industrial ecosystem with a strategy focused on diversification , innovation , and sustainability , according to Cristina Villaseñor Aguilar, head of the state’s Ministry of Economy .

In an interview with T21, Villaseñor explained that the state currently ranks fifth nationally in economic performance and first among non-border states in terms of exports.

In 2024, it recorded a record automotive production output of more than 896,000 vehicles and an installed capacity exceeding one million units. This year, a new record high is expected, with production reaching between 900,000 and 920,000 units.

In the manufacturing sector , Guanajuato ranks second nationwide , with a value of 1.2 trillion pesos. This result is due to a policy of economic certainty, stability, and adaptation to global changes, said Villaseñor.

The goal of attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) for the six-year term amounts to eight billion dollars, of which 38% has already been realized in just one year, equivalent to three billion dollars, he explained.

“My economic strategy is complementary, sustainable, and responsible investment; it’s not just about attracting investment, but also attracting investment that contributes to the value chain,” the official stated.

These investments ( which have generated more than 8,400 jobs ) are distributed among municipalities in the industrial corridor and also in regions such as Guanajuato capital, San José Iturbide, Apaseo el Grande, Villagrán, San Miguel de Allende, Abasolo, Irapuato, León, Celaya, Silao and Romita, he commented.

In addition, it seeks to attract diversified projects in sectors such as plastics , services , technologies , pharmaceuticals and cosmetics .

The official highlighted that the state has 12 consolidated productive sectors , including fashion (textile, leather goods, and footwear), chemicals, logistics and mobility, aerospace, ceramics, information technology, construction, mining, and medical devices. Japan, the United States, Germany, Italy, France, England, Canada, Spain, Austria, Korea, Switzerland, and Mexico remain the main trading partners.

“In Guanajuato, we’re not just an automotive and agri-food industry. We have 12 outstanding sectors: fashion, chemicals, logistics, aerospace, ceramics, information technology, construction, mining, and medical devices,” Villaseñor added.

By 2026 and 2027 , the state agency plans to complete 25 additional projects with a potential investment exceeding US$1.5 billion , which would allow it to reach half of the six-year goal. Among the newly interested countries are Argentina, India, Taiwan, and Germany.

The state has also demonstrated resilience in the face of economic crises and global geopolitical shifts . The automotive industry represents 20% of the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) , generates more than 213,000 direct and indirect jobs, and accounts for 72% of exports, equivalent to $26 billion in 2024.

The Guanajuato Automotive Cluster —considered the most important in Latin America—brings together more than 700 Tier 1, 2, and 3 companies, distributed across 23 municipalities and supported by 7,600 economic units linked to the productive ecosystem, Villaseñor explained.

From 1992 to 2025, Guanajuato has accumulated more than $25.5 billion in FDI, with a significant presence in sectors such as metalworking, plastics, rubber, glass, chemicals, electrical, specialized leather, textiles, logistics, and transportation.

The city was recently designated as a Wellness Hub for the Bajío Logistics Gateway , which will strengthen its role as an industrial hub and hub for land, air, and rail mobility.

According to Cristina Villaseñor , the state government is also promoting training and strengthening programs for local suppliers to consolidate the value chain, “generating ecosystems of prosperity that build peace.”

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The State of Mexico has established itself as one of the country’s and the region’s leading economic and industrial powers, with a decisive role in transportation equipment, becoming a hub for integration with international value chains.

In context, the state was positioned as the second economy in the country , contributing 9% of the national gross domestic product (GDP) in 2023, only behind Mexico City (15.3%), in addition, globally it occupies place 59, with an estimated value of 162 thousand 718 million dollars (mdd), according to economic indicators of the Government of the State of Mexico, published by the Ministry of Economic Development (Sedeco) on its official website.

Its productive structure is marked by the predominance of the tertiary sector , which represents 66.8% of the state’s GDP , although it is in the manufacturing industry where it concentrates its greatest dynamism.

Labor market and productive dynamism

The Mexican labor market exceeds 8.4 million people , of which 1.9 million are formally employed by the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) , equivalent to 8.8% of the national total.

Between August 2024 and August 2025 alone, 102,249 new formal jobs were created , the highest number in the country, according to the most recent data. Edomex is home to more than 2,800 companies in strategic sectors such as automotive, chemicals, plastics, and food.

Furthermore, the State concentrates more than 817 thousand economic units , of which 99.7% are micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) , confirming its role as a breeding ground for businesses and an essential link in supply chains.

Foreign investment and trade

In terms of investment, the State of Mexico ranked second nationwide in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) between 2023 and 2025, with an inflow of $5.343 billion , equivalent to 7.2% of the national total. More than half of this investment went to the manufacturing industry , with the United States being the main source of capital.

In recent years, the State of Mexico has maintained a steady flow of FDI . In 2023 alone, it attracted just over $1.9 billion, a figure that increased to more than $2.6 billion in 2024.

During the first half of 2025, the state has already accumulated more than $2.2 billion, consolidating its position as one of the main destinations for foreign capital in the country. Overall, the cumulative total from 2018 to the second quarter of 2025 exceeds $17.9 billion, reflecting the state’s strategic role in attracting investment to the manufacturing industry and sectors linked to trade and services.

In parallel, state foreign trade reached a value of 68.24 billion dollars in 2024 , with exports of 25.677 billion dollars and imports of 42.347 billion dollars , with vehicles, auto parts and polymers standing out as the main export products.

The Metropolitan Automotive Cluster: anchor of development

With a presence in 125 municipalities and its epicenter in Tlalnepantla, Cuautitlán Izcalli, Toluca, Tultitlán, and Ecatepec , the Metropolitan Automotive Cluster (CLAUT) has a workforce of 7.8 million people and an export value of more than $5.908 billion.

According to Elisa Crespo , executive president of CLAUT, the challenges for the region lie in the logistics and security of transporting goods, as well as the reconfiguration of supply chains in the face of tariffs and the replacement of parts from Asia.

“Companies are redirecting their strategies to continue investing in Mexico and replacing components from the country, mainly from China,” he noted.

He highlighted the process of modernization in new production lines , focused on more efficient electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles , which requires innovation and cost reduction to maintain competitiveness.

With productive linkage strategies and tax benefits for new investments, the state seeks to consolidate itself as a hub for industrial and logistics development in the center of the country, according to data from Sedeco.

Leverage its strategic location, extensive workforce, and infrastructure to attract investment projects and remain a driving force in the integration of global value chains.

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With seven billion 520 million dollars (mdd) worth of merchandise exported in the first quarter of 2025 , Guanajuato ranks seventh nationwide , with a 5.63% share of total national shipments abroad. Its historical engine, the manufacturing of transportation equipment , contributed five billion 094 million dollars , although with a contraction of -20.6% compared to the same period of the previous year, according to figures from the  Coordinator for the Promotion of Foreign Trade (Cofoce) .

Guanajuato’s exports are largely concentrated in industry, which in the first quarter of 2025 accounted for 89.2% of the total , with a value of $8.299 billion , albeit a -7.7% drop compared to the previous year. In contrast, agrifood products grew 5% , reaching $697 million and accounting for 7.5% , confirming the diversification of the export market.

Sectors such as fashion (2.6%) , construction (0.4%) and decoration and furniture (0.3%) maintain smaller shares, but showed positive variations, especially construction with an advance of 16.2 percent.

On the other hand, the plastic and rubber industry fell -28.7% , with 392 million dollars , while the manufacturing of textile inputs registered 16.6 million dollars , with a decrease of -13.5% , although it maintains 7.66% of the national total .

In the case of food, Guanajuato appears to be a direct competitor to states like Nuevo León and Veracruz , consolidating the agroindustry as a sector with room for growth.

Faced with this scenario, the state government is seeking to expand its horizons with the Bajío Logistics Gateway Economic Development Hub , located south of Celaya.

With an area of ​​52 hectares and a public-private investment of two thousand 500 million pesos , the project plans to generate three thousand direct and indirect jobs , in addition to attracting capital to key sectors such as automotive, agro-industrial, retail , plastics and logistics , explained Claudia Cristina Villaseñor Aguilar, Secretary of Economy of Guanajuato.

The official highlighted that the infrastructure makes this hub a strategic node: rail access with Ferromex and CPKC , highways 45 and 57 that connect with the ports of Lázaro Cárdenas, Manzanillo and Altamira , as well as with the borders of Nuevo Laredo and Ciudad Juárez .

Added to this is the proximity to the international airports of Querétaro (81 km) and Silao (101 km) , reinforcing the multimodal vocation of the Bajío, Villaseñor told T21.

Within the framework of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), the Bajío Logistics Gateway will be integrated into North American corridors, adopting international standards and technologies to streamline the supply chain.

The goal is to “guarantee competitiveness, attract investment, and consolidate Guanajuato as a strategic hub for regional trade,” Villaseñor said.

The development will be carried out under criteria of sustainability and orderly planning , aligned with environmental regulations and inter-institutional coordination.

“This hub is part of Guanajuato’s economic development hub strategy and reflects our vision of diversifying the state’s economy beyond the automotive sector,” the secretary emphasized.

Beyond the numbers, Guanajuato’s path toward a more diversified economy faces structural challenges in infrastructure, security, and logistical efficiency .

Dependence on the automotive sector requires accelerating the consolidation of new sectors such as agrifood and textiles, while ensuring a competitive environment compared to other exporting countries.

Economic development hubs , such as the Bajío Logistics Gateway, are a long-term commitment to balancing the state’s productive balance.

Its success will depend not only on attracting investment, but also on its ability to retain it based on criteria of sustainability, innovation, and business confidence in an increasingly uncertain global environment.

In addition, Guanajuato’s export map maintains North America as its natural destination , concentrating 94.4% of shipments in the first quarter of 2025. The United States absorbed 84% of sales with seven thousand 815 million dollars , although with a fall of -9.3% , while Canada showed an upturn of 38.9% , adding 975 million dollars and consolidating itself as the second trading partner.

In contrast, shipments to South America, Asia, and Europe remain marginal, reflecting the region’s strong dependence on the North American market.

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