Over the past five years, Latin America has made progress in sustainable mobility, with Chile being the country with the most actions in this area; however, some issues remain, such as the regulatory framework and carrying out profitable projects and infrastructure , according to industry specialists.

Lala Céspedes, CEO & Co-founder of Singular City , said that while the model of fleet electrification , the use of clean energy, and other issues that contribute to sustainable mobility are evolving within the region, in Argentina, for example, despite the openness of the market, financing, and public policies, a regulatory framework that provides solidity to the projects is still required .

“To be competitive regionally, we need to plan for that next step, to plan for that solidity for companies that are going to invest and become a benchmark, to have an initial capital expenditure within a model structure. We are in a growth process, that’s from Argentina, but we do see that regionally it is increasingly necessary to define a regulatory framework with stakeholders from the entire value chain,” he explained in the webinar LATAM: Roadmap 2026 for Mobility and Energy .

He also pointed out the need to identify profitable projects, plan them and implement them, because in Latin America there are several pilot tests, “but they are not clearly aligned as a region, as micro-regions.”

He indicated that Chile is leading the way in public policy , with a long-term perspective, to implement systems, while Colombia has strengthened the contractual system, Brazil has made progress with electric or hybrid vehicles, but a more macro “view” like that of Europe is required and “not to be like little lights, each one exploring and being regional laboratories.”

Meanwhile, Alex Ascón, senior consultant at Urban Wave , mentioned that the technology used in these types of units is already validated, and that vehicle prices are now more accessible than they were five years ago due to the significant presence of Chinese brands in Latin America.

“We see that the biggest gap that would accelerate progress in Peru is the charging infrastructure , which continues to be one of the areas where investment is said to be very high compared to other technologies. The vehicle itself is no longer the main obstacle; Chinese brands are the ones that have managed to moderate prices,” he stated.

He stressed that having an infrastructure plan like Chile’s would help to boost this sector in the rest of the countries in the region.

For her part, Pamela Peña, BD Manager Smart Mobility at Hiberus, stated that what is “moving the needle” this year is the direct subsidy , but also legal certainty and standardization in the region.

He said that countries like Chile have worked on interoperability, allowing any user to use the charging infrastructure across the network, becoming a facilitator and “eliminating the fear of autonomy”; in addition, there is significant private investment.

“We have a large fleet, certainly not comparable to Brazil’s, which is immense, or Mexico’s, but it’s not a small fleet, and we also have a fairly limited fleet turnover; companies don’t usually keep their fleets for more than two to four years at most, and that gives a different perspective to all the variables we have to consider. This democratization of sustainable mobility allows SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) to also renew their fleets, which is a vital point for logistics. Another interesting point is the financing options available for buses, especially in cities like Bogotá and Mexico City,” he stated.

In that sense, he anticipated that by 2026 the market for light electric vehicles in Chile and the region is expected to reach a historic milestone of penetration due to regulations that the countries have in common .

Meanwhile, Israel Galván, senior business developer at Autocab , explained that in Mexico there are tax benefits, such as exemption from tax payments, verifications, and the adoption of the natural gas conversion option.

“In some ways we are making progress, and being a country with a lot of technology, we are learning from the Chilean and Brazilian models. The government has also been promoting the electrification of vehicles. We are moving forward,” he emphasized.

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Charging infrastructure, incentives, accessibility, and energy generation are essential factors for the development of electromobility in Mexico, specialists agreed during the panel ” Connectivity and Electric Charging Infrastructure: Opportunities and Innovations that Drive Electromobility ,” within the framework of  Latam Mobility North America 2026

At the event, which took place in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Tonatiuh Anzures, Director of Government Affairs for DiDi Mexico , stated that in the transition to electromobility, the cost of the vehicle must be accessible, as well as having incentives for the construction of charging infrastructure .

He emphasized that, according to the Electro Mobility Association (EMA) , there are currently 53,000 private charging stations in the country, compared to almost 4,000 public ones.

“If we think about the challenge of the energy transition, we have to achieve a clearer and more fluid operation in the generation of energy needed for all charging stations and make electric vehicle charging stations a reality,” he emphasized.

For his part, Roberto Rocha, co-founder of VEMO , agreed that the price of vehicles “must be correct,” since it is a determining factor for the growth of the industry.

“We have to consider the tariffs. We’re going to allow companies to invest in charging plants, which would generate jobs, but we need to ensure access to fair prices. As for the charging infrastructure, it would be advisable to make it faster,” he stated.

Similarly, he considered that although they are carrying out actions to accelerate recharging, such as the installation of solar panels, generation points are required close to the areas where they are needed.

He also commented that connectors are an issue that needs to be addressed in the short term, and added that, beyond education, work must be done on standardizing these components.

“In other regions you have one or at most two, and in Mexico there are four types, including one that isn’t designed for North America. Everyone in the electromobility sector should push towards a single connector or at most two. Having several creates problems for the user,” he explained.

He recalled that the company partnered with Organización Soriana , which has more than 800 safe and accessible stores nationwide, where charging points were installed.

For his part, Pablo Bernal, Automotive & Energy Solutions Engineer at Keysight Technologies , pointed out that the implementation of sodium batteries will allow for a decrease in costs both in those used by vehicles, as well as in stationary storage.

“In terms of regulations and operability between standards, there is a lack of education for the general public regarding the existing protocols, and they need to know that if they are going to buy a vehicle with a certain charger, they must understand the limitations,” he stressed.

Ana Acedo Tamayo, CEO of VoltDeo , reiterated that interoperability is essential to guarantee an ecosystem that allows, among other things, easy access to chargers , which will improve the user experience and “therefore generate more promoters and add more people who want to migrate to more electric vehicles.”

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Electromobility in heavy transport can now be a reality. When talking about electric vehicles in the country, the constant limitation is always the charging infrastructure, which is why Delectrico, in partnership with Huawei Digital Power , inaugurated the first ultra-fast charging electric charging station for heavy trucks in the country.

This innovative project incorporates Huawei’s FusionCharge chargers , with a capacity of up to 600 kW, allowing the simultaneous charging of up to 12 electric vehicles.

During the opening ceremony, Lorena Martínez, CEO of Delectrico, highlighted the importance of this advance in charging infrastructure.

“Today we are not only introducing a new charger, but we are taking a firm step towards the future of sustainable mobility in Mexico. FusionCharge raises the standard for fast charging for heavy transport, optimizing waiting times and ensuring efficient energy distribution,” he said.

Lorena Martinez explained that the electric charging station currently serves 50 charges per day for Grupo Marva (number 5 in the Top 100 of Autotransporte® ) but they also have other clients, so up to 120 daily recharges are counted on this site , which has also already incorporated the American and Chinese charger, so they will be able to provide service to more vehicles.

For his part, Miguel Ángel Martínez, president of the National Chamber of Cargo Transport (Canacar)  and CEO of Marva, highlighted the impact that this development will have on the competitiveness of the sector.

“Cargo transportation is the pillar of the Mexican economy, we move 85% of the country’s land freight. However, we face challenges such as stricter environmental regulations and the need to modernize our fleet. The arrival of FusionCharge is a concrete response to these needs, demonstrating that electromobility is a viable and efficient option for our operations,” he said.

Huawei FusionCharge chargers incorporate a smart payment system and advanced cooling technology , maximizing safety and performance under intensive use conditions.

Furthermore, its compatibility with the main charging protocols in Mexico (CCS1 and GB/T) facilitates its adoption in a wide variety of electric vehicles.

Zhou Bo, CEO of Huawei Digital Power, highlighted the importance of this innovation for the future of sustainable mobility in the country, as a critical step in Mexico’s energy transformation.

He added that this technology seeks to eliminate one of the main barriers to the adoption of electromobility , offering an efficient and convenient alternative to fossil fuels.

The executive also highlighted the positive impact on the logistics and transportation industry and emphasized Huawei Digital Power’s commitment to sustainability and technological development in Latin America.

“With less reliance on traditional fuels and lower operating costs, companies will be able to make more deliveries per day, boosting the efficiency and competitiveness of the sector. This is just the beginning. We will continue to listen to the needs of the market and expand our ultra-fast charging network to build a cleaner and more sustainable future together,” he explained.

Juan Alberto Porras, treasurer of the Confederation of Industrial Chambers (Concamin) , stressed the importance of this advance for the industry.

“Sustainability is not just an environmental goal, but a strategic factor for competitiveness. Having fast-charging infrastructure like FusionCharge accelerates the energy transition and strengthens Mexico’s position as a leader in clean energy,” he said.

With this electric charging station, Delectrico and Huawei reinforce their commitment to innovation and the development of charging infrastructure that enables the transition to cleaner, more efficient and profitable transportation.

“The future of transportation requires real, viable and efficient solutions. With this initiative, we are demonstrating that electromobility in freight transportation is a reality in Mexico,” said Lorena Martínez.

This project is expected to be extended to the other five electric charging stations that Delectrico has in Monterrey, Guadalajara, Puebla, Salamanca and Mexico City.

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“In its infancy and still growing,” is the state of the charging infrastructure in Mexico, according to Yoshihiko Watanabe, CEO of Isuzu in Mexico . This represents a challenge for companies that want to market electric vehicles and meet the challenges of sustainable mobility.

Speaking to T21 during the launch of the EURO VI vehicle range, Watanabe made it clear that the brand does not limit itself to challenges and that despite any difficulties, it remains positive and achieves its goals.

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He explained that although the company is already conducting tests with electric units , the lack of charging stations remains a challenge. This year they plan to test two electric vehicles and, depending on the results, within two to three years they could begin marketing them.

“The issue here would be the charging of the batteries, how much infrastructure would be available to charge the batteries?”  Watanabe asked.

Another challenge that influences Isuzu’s strategy in the country is the tariff structure . Watanabe explained that trucks manufactured in Japan that weigh more than 7.25 tons must pay a 20% tariff upon entering Mexico, while those assembled in the country are exempt from this tax.

This has led the company to strengthen its local production, with the expansion of the plant in the State of Mexico, to avoid these costs and improve its competitiveness .

In addition to infrastructure, another challenge facing the company is growing competition from Chinese manufacturers , who have improved their quality in recent years.

 “In the past, China was not a competitor for us, it was not competition for us, because the quality was low. However, recently that has changed a lot, to be honest,”  Watanabe admitted.

He commented that although Chinese competition has improved, they are confident that Isuzu products will continue to be of a higher standard.

Given the economic and trade outlook, Hiroshi Ikegawa, president of Isuzu Motors Mexico, said that the company is also keeping an eye on possible changes in its relationship with the United States.

“This year may be a little more peculiar because of the change of government in both the United States and Mexico. There are many movements and it could be something negative, it could be. But I think we have survived all these challenges, and I think setting a goal of six thousand sales in 2025 is because we feel excited to have a challenging objective,” said Ikegawa .

Despite these challenges, company leaders assured that Isuzu continues to advance its growth plan with the aim of strengthening its presence in the market and expanding its range of products to meet new transportation needs.

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Electrification in transportation has become a necessity, so the fleets of delivery and last mile companies have been the spearhead on the path of this transition, however, there are still challenges and new technologies that are helping the companies.

Daniel López, Chief Commercial Officer of Evergo , told T21 that electrification responds to a global change in which the sustainability policies of companies in the world are increasingly stricter and have to meet ESG (Environmental, Social and Health) objectives. Governance), in which they have planned electrification routes for 2030-2035.

“They begin to look for vehicles that suit their needs in terms of size, load capacity, autonomy, sizes, height, conditions, etc. Manufacturers are beginning to bring this type of vehicles to the country,” he assured.

Electrification in transportation has a big bump in the road and the main challenge that specialists often comment on is that there is no necessary charging infrastructure for the units, but, in addition, Daniel López indicated that advice is required to develop this infrastructure. .

For example, he indicated that an electrification project requires several areas of the business, but also the real state , since the infrastructure of the distribution centers requires certain specifications to place the chargers.

“We have to understand where the electrification program is going to go, for example, in the last mile operation, the need for charging is that the distribution centers have charging points for the units that collect orders. . So, the size of the cedis, the parking spaces of those cedis, the location of the loading port is very important, at that level of detail a project has to be designed,” he assured.

It is also required to have a certain electrical capacity, since in many cases it is necessary to build new substations, agreements with the electricity company, in this case, the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) , there are connection points, etc.

Likewise, he indicated that technology is important for the development of the business, such as software that provides certain indicators such as energy use on certain routes, emissions savings, etc.

“To remain competitive, business owners and fleet managers must understand that moving to electric vehicles is more than purchasing vehicles and installing chargers. Rather, it is about using data to make informed decisions about your feasibility of electrifying your facilities, your fleet by typology and utilization and ensuring future operational performance and profitability,” he assured.

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