The growth recorded in the production and export of heavy vehicles during October 2026 could be temporary, because part of the rebound is due to advance purchases in the United States in anticipation of new emissions standards, warned the National Association of Bus, Truck and Tractor Producers (ANPACT) .

During the presentation of the October results, Rogelio Arzate, executive president of ANPACT, explained that the US market is bringing forward acquisitions of heavy vehicles in anticipation of the transition from EPA 2024 standards to EPA 2027, a situation that has favored the demand for units manufactured in Mexico.

This behavior contributed to national production reaching 16,375 units during October, an increase of 129.6% year-on-year, while exports totaled 13,518 vehicles, with a growth of 158.9% compared to the same month in 2025.

However, the association warned that these results do not guarantee a sustained recovery for the industry, particularly given the uncertainty surrounding the trading conditions that will prevail in North America.

“It’s a temporary issue. We shouldn’t declare victory over this,” Arzate said during the conference.

Trade conditions, key for 2027

Continued growth will also depend on the tariff conditions faced by Mexican heavy vehicles in the United States.

Currently, according to ANPACT, heavy vehicles are subject to a 25% tariff on their non-U.S. content, under Section 232, so the association is seeking preferential treatment for Mexico within the framework of the North American trade relationship.

In this regard, Arzate reported that they are maintaining contact with the Ministry of Economy to promote a reduction in tariffs, considering that Mexico should have more favorable conditions compared to countries that are not part of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

The CEO of ANPACT insisted that the positive performance of production and exports should be analyzed with caution, since its continuity will depend both on the evolution of US demand and on the trade policies that are defined for the region.

The association noted that these factors will be crucial for the end of 2026 and the industry’s performance during the coming year.

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The value of goods exports from Latin America and the Caribbean is expected to grow by 20% during 2026 , which would be its biggest increase since the post-pandemic recovery in 2021, according to the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) .

According to the report “International Trade Outlook for Latin America and the Caribbean 2026: The Importance of Modern Service Exports and How to Promote Them ,” this growth would be driven by an 11% increase in export prices and a 9% increase in trade volumes. However, performance would be uneven across subregions; while South America benefits from rising commodity prices, Mexico would stand out due to the dynamism of its manufactured exports .

On the import side, ECLAC projected a regional growth of 16% in value, resulting from a 12% increase in volumes and a 4% increase in prices, associated with the recovery of domestic consumption and greater demand for intermediate inputs and capital goods .

This behavior in merchandise trade is also reflected in services linked to its movement . The organization estimated that regional service exports will grow by 11% in 2026, driven by the recovery of transport and travel, as well as by the dynamism of modern services.

The analysis noted that trade in goods has increased demand for international logistics and transport services , while tourism has boosted travel exports, particularly in Central America and the Caribbean.

Even with these favorable prospects, ECLAC warned that international trade faces risks related to geopolitical tensions, disruptions in logistics routes and uncertainty in trade policies , in a context of reorganization of global value chains.

“The region faces significant challenges in an uncertain geopolitical environment. Geopolitical tensions, disruptions to logistics routes, and a lack of predictability in trade policy pose risks to trade,” emphasized José Manuel Salazar-Xirinachs, Executive Secretary of ECLAC.

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After a first half of the year marked by declining figures, July 2026 brought different signs for the heavy vehicle industry in Mexico. Production and exports increased compared to the same month last year, although the cumulative performance still reflects the effects of the contraction recorded during the first months of the year, reported Alejandro Osorio, Director of Public Affairs and Communication for the National Association of Bus, Truck, and Tractor-Trailer Manufacturers (ANPACT) .

During the seventh month of the year, 14,675 heavy vehicles were produced , an increase of 51.8% compared to the 9,668 units manufactured in the same month of 2025. Of the total, 14,319 corresponded to the cargo segment and 356 to the passenger segment .

The greatest growth was recorded in the passenger segment, whose production increased 80.7% compared to July of last year.

Despite the monthly increase, the cumulative total from January to July is still below the level recorded in 2015. In the first seven months of the year , 85,551 units were manufactured , a decrease of 6.1% compared to the 91,124 of the same period of the previous year.

Regarding the technologies used, production during July was almost entirely concentrated on Euro VI diesel units . No electric or natural gas vehicles were manufactured during the month.

Exports gain momentum

The most pronounced performance was observed in exports. During July, Mexico shipped 13,117 heavy vehicles abroad , a 66.7% increase compared to the 7,867 units exported in the same month of 2015.

During the presentation of results, ANPACT  highlighted the performance of tractor-trailer trucks , one of the main products within Mexican heavy vehicle exports.

The United States remained the main destination , with 9,374 units, followed by Canada with 436, and Colombia with 135. In the month, Mexico made shipments to nine countries, while in the accumulated January-July it reached 13 markets.

Among the destinations that registered the greatest variations were Colombia with an annual growth of 128%, and Peru with an increase of 220% . ANPACT attributed this performance to the efforts made to open and diversify export markets.

As with production, diesel vehicles accounted for the majority of exports during July, with 13,117 units exported under this technology.

Used, a pressure that continues

While production and exports showed better performance during July, ANPACT again focused on the import of used heavy vehicles from the United States , considering that their entry continues to affect both the established industry in Mexico and the carriers and the domestic market.

Between January and June, imports of these vehicles decreased by 30.4%. However, for every 100 new heavy vehicles sold in Mexico, an additional 53.4 used vehicles were imported .

The association noted that this flow has effects on employment, the production chain and domestic market prices, and is therefore holding talks with the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP) and the Undersecretariat of Revenue to find mechanisms to contain it.

“A constructive, productive effort that we hope will bear fruit in the short term to provide a definitive solution to this problem affecting the industry,” Osorio said .

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After a first half of the year marked by declining figures, July 2026 brought different signs for the heavy vehicle industry in Mexico. Production and exports increased compared to the same month last year, although the cumulative performance still reflects the effects of the contraction recorded during the first months of the year, reported Alejandro Osorio, Director of Public Affairs and Communication for the National Association of Bus, Truck, and Tractor-Trailer Manufacturers (ANPACT) .

During the seventh month of the year, 14,675 heavy vehicles were produced , an increase of 51.8% compared to the 9,668 units manufactured in the same month of 2025. Of the total, 14,319 corresponded to the cargo segment and 356 to the passenger segment .

The greatest growth was recorded in the passenger segment, whose production increased 80.7% compared to July of last year.

Despite the monthly increase, the cumulative total from January to July is still below the level recorded in 2015. In the first seven months of the year , 85,551 units were manufactured , a decrease of 6.1% compared to the 91,124 of the same period of the previous year.

Regarding the technologies used, production during July was almost entirely concentrated on Euro VI diesel units . No electric or natural gas vehicles were manufactured during the month.

Exports gain momentum

The most pronounced performance was observed in exports. During July, Mexico shipped 13,117 heavy vehicles abroad , a 66.7% increase compared to the 7,867 units exported in the same month of 2015.

During the presentation of results, ANPACT  highlighted the performance of tractor-trailer trucks , one of the main products within Mexican heavy vehicle exports.

The United States remained the main destination , with 9,374 units, followed by Canada with 436, and Colombia with 135. In the month, Mexico made shipments to nine countries, while in the accumulated January-July it reached 13 markets.

Among the destinations that registered the greatest variations were Colombia with an annual growth of 128%, and Peru with an increase of 220% . ANPACT attributed this performance to the efforts made to open and diversify export markets.

As with production, diesel vehicles accounted for the majority of exports during July, with 13,117 units exported under this technology.

Used, a pressure that continues

While production and exports showed better performance during July, ANPACT again focused on the import of used heavy vehicles from the United States , considering that their entry continues to affect both the established industry in Mexico and the carriers and the domestic market.

Between January and June, imports of these vehicles decreased by 30.4%. However, for every 100 new heavy vehicles sold in Mexico, an additional 53.4 used vehicles were imported .

The association noted that this flow has effects on employment, the production chain and domestic market prices, and is therefore holding talks with the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP) and the Undersecretariat of Revenue to find mechanisms to contain it.

“A constructive, productive effort that we hope will bear fruit in the short term to provide a definitive solution to this problem affecting the industry,” Osorio said .

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For years, the border has been the natural barometer of the trade relationship between Mexico and the United States . When manufacturing grows, crossings increase; when the economy slows, the movement of goods also suffers. 

Today the indicator is pointing upwards again. Trade between the two countries reached record highs at the end of April 2026, driving increased activity in North America’s main logistics corridors. 

The question is whether this growth is translating into more opportunities for road transport or into greater pressure on an infrastructure that has been operating near its limits for years. 

The answer begins to be found at the border .

According to figures from the  U.S. Department of Commerce , trade through the port of Laredo reached historic levels at the close of April 2016. The comparative chart shows Mexican exports to the United States of $21.70 billion and imports from that country of $12.45 billion, for a total trade exchange of $34.15 billion, the highest level for an April since comparable records have been kept. 

Behind this performance lies a reality that is already beginning to be felt at the border: more cargo, higher operating volumes, and increasing pressure on the logistics corridors that connect Mexico with the United States.

Behind the record figures lies a transformation that has been building for years. Data from the Department of Commerce shows that trade handled by Laredo grew from $17.3 billion in April 2016 to $34.16 billion in April 2026, a 97.5% increase in a decade. 

The increase has been driven primarily by Mexican exports to the United States, which grew from $9.54 billion to $21.70 billion during the same period, a 127.5 percent increase. Meanwhile, Mexican imports from the United States rose from $7.76 billion to $12.45 billion, a 60.6 percent increase. 

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The continued growth in Mexican manufacturing exports is also increasing pressure on companies’ working capital. In May 2026, exports of manufactured goods grew 25.1% year-on-year, but the long payment cycles of international trade represent one of the main challenges for manufacturers to sustain their operations and meet demand, according to Mundi , a company specializing in international trade finance.

According to Mexico’s Merchandise Trade Balance , prepared by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) , exports of manufactured products reached 62 billion 990 million dollars (mdd) in the fifth month of the year, consolidating itself as the main component of Mexican sales abroad.

In this context, Mundi pointed out that the increased export dynamism also increases the need for working capital among manufacturing companies to meet new orders without affecting their operations .

However, this growth does not eliminate one of the main challenges for companies in the sector: maintaining sufficient liquidity to finance the purchase of inputs , production and payroll while waiting for payment for their exports, whose cycles can extend up to 180 days.

“The manufacturing sector in Mexico has world-class technical capabilities that compete globally. All this at a time when payment cycles can extend up to 180 days and bank credit for foreign trade operations remains limited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs),” said Carlos Missirian, VP Business Development at Mundi.

An example of this need for liquidity is  Dincosa , a company located in Chihuahua dedicated to the manufacture of bolted structures, mechanical equipment and specialized sheet metal for the mining, oil and gas, processing industry and data center sectors, which exports to the United States, Central America and Asia.

Alejandro Hernández, general manager of Dincosa, explained that several months can pass between receiving a purchase order and receiving payment, a period during which the company must continue acquiring materials, producing and covering its operating costs.

“During that time we need to continue buying supplies, producing and paying payroll,” Hernández stressed.

This scenario shows that export growth depends not only on international demand but also on companies’ financial capacity to sustain operations while completing their payment collection processes . For manufacturers, having timely access to working capital can mean the difference between fulfilling new orders or limiting their growth due to a lack of liquidity.

In this context, timely access to working capital is emerging as a key factor for manufacturing companies to take advantage of the growth in international demand without compromising their operations.

Having liquidity to finance inputs, production and delivery times will be key for more manufacturers to maintain their competitiveness and expand their presence in export markets.

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The review of the United States – Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) could extend for at least two more years and result in annual evaluations until 2028 before reaching a final agreement, estimated Paulina Anciola, deputy director of Economic Studies at Banamex .

During a discussion organized by Mundi , the specialist explained that the agreement includes a review in July 2026, at which time the three countries will have to decide whether to extend its validity for another 16 years. However, there is also the possibility of maintaining annual reviews while negotiations continue.

“There are about three possible scenarios regarding this review. The first would be that on July 1st, all three parties say, ‘we agree,’ and the treaty is extended for another 16 years. That’s what we think is unlikely to happen,” he noted.

Anciola explained that the second scenario would be that one of the countries decides to abandon the agreement , while the third contemplates successive annual reviews in case the parties do not reach a consensus on the future of the treaty.

“What we see right now as the most likely scenario from Banamex is annual reviews, at least until 2028,” he stated.

The economist explained that this mechanism could remain in place for up to 10 years as long as the three trading partners remain within the agreement. If there is no consensus at the end of that period, the treaty would expire .

According to Banamex, the uncertainty associated with the review process will remain present in the coming years, although investors have begun to adapt to a more complex decision-making environment.

Anciola believes that an automatic renewal in 2026 looks complicated due to the pressure exerted by the United States, since the discussion of the agreement is no longer limited to trade issues.

“Everyone was already expecting that it would be very difficult to have a clean review on July 1st and that it would be automatically renewed because of all the pressure we have seen from the United States, not only on trade issues, but it is now mixed with security issues, with migration issues, with trade issues,” he commented.

The specialist added that the administration of Donald Trump, President of the United States, could use the review process as a tool for political and commercial pressure on various fronts, so the uncertainty surrounding the agreement could extend beyond 2026.

“We believe that the review of the USMCA will be a process, not an event,” he concluded.

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For an economy facing uncertainty due to the review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) , the manufacturing sector is emerging as one of the main drivers to sustain the country’s growth this year, according to experts.

During a discussion organized by Mundi (a fintech company specializing in financing and working capital solutions for exporting and importing companies in Mexico), representatives from the manufacturing , financial, and export industries agreed that manufacturing will continue to play a key role in the Mexican economy, particularly due to its contribution to exports and productive integration with North America.

Paulina Anciola, deputy director of Economic Studies at Banamex , pointed out that exports were the main factor that prevented a deeper economic downturn last year and considered that manufacturing will continue to be a relevant element for the country’s economic performance.

“The manufacturing sector will be key to growth, especially considering that exports are what’s saving us from GDP declines,” he said.

The specialist explained that, despite the contraction observed in some indicators during the first quarter of 2026, Banamex maintains an economic growth expectation of 1.3% for this year, supported by a gradual recovery of productive and export activity.

From the perspective of the automotive industry, Alberto Bustamante, president of the National Agency of Suppliers of the Automotive Sector (ANAPSA) , highlighted that the automotive sector represents the second most important pillar of the Mexican economy, contributing about 5% of the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and 24% of the manufacturing GDP.

He added that strengthening regional supply chains and increasing domestic content will be key factors in maintaining Mexico’s competitiveness against other markets.

For his part, Israel Morales, national director of the Mexico-United States Relations and International Affairs Committee of the National Council of the Export Manufacturing Industry (Index) , described export manufacturing as a success story that has demonstrated the ability to adapt to economic crises, changes in global supply chains and periods of trade uncertainty.

He considered that regional integration will continue to be one of Mexico’s main assets , although he warned that it will be necessary to strengthen productivity, talent development and the participation of the private sector in the construction of industrial policies.

Similarly, Flor González, general director of the National Association of Paint and Ink Manufacturers (ANAFAPYT) , maintained that the country’s economic future will depend on strengthening national manufacturing , technological innovation, and the training of specialized talent.

“The future of the Mexican economy will not be built solely with more trade; it will be built with manufacturing and Mexican talent,” he said.

Participants agreed that manufacturing growth will require greater coordination between government and private sector to improve infrastructure, facilitate investment, strengthen domestic supply chains, and enhance the competitiveness of production chains established in Mexico.

The importance of manufacturing is also reflected in employment. According to ANAPSA, the automotive sector generates more than 1.2 million direct jobs and nearly five million indirect jobs , in addition to impacting 252 economic sectors related to the country’s productive activity.

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With the participation of more than 250 leaders, businesswomen, executives and representatives from the public and private sectors, the Mexican Business Council for Foreign Trade, Investment and Technology (Comce) held the Women Exporters Forum , a space designed to promote networking , dialogue and collaboration around greater participation of Mexican women in international markets.

The meeting brought together voices from the government, business organizations and representatives of the export ecosystem to discuss one of the pending challenges of foreign trade: closing the gaps that limit the access and growth of women-led businesses .

The event was attended by Alicia Bárcena, Secretary of Environment and Natural Resources; José Medina Mora, President of the Business Coordinating Council (CCE) ; Altagracia Gómez Sierra, Coordinator of the Advisory Council for Regional Economic Development and Relocation (CADERR); Sergio Contreras Pérez, Executive President of Comce; Leonardo Poblete Galván, Head of the Institutional Promotion Unit of the National Bank of Foreign Trade (Bancomext) ; and Susana Duque Roquero, General Director of Comce.

In his welcoming message, Sergio Contreras Pérez emphasized that the country’s export growth cannot be understood without greater incorporation of female leadership.

“Mexico will not be able to reach its full export potential without fully incorporating the leadership, capacity, and vision of women in foreign trade. Our country can become the eighth largest exporting power, but to achieve this goal, women must not be spectators: they must be protagonists,” she asserted.

For her part, Alicia Bárcena linked sustainable development with women’s economic participation and highlighted that foreign trade also represents a way to project identity and values ​​to the world.

“Exporting is about projecting our identity; it’s about telling the world who we are, what we produce, and what values ​​underpin our economy,” he said.

From the business sector, José Medina Mora acknowledged progress in terms of gender parity, although he warned that significant challenges remain at the management levels.

“Although gender parity exists at entry levels, women are underrepresented in management, director, and general management positions. The key to achieving parity is to recognize talent and create opportunities equitably,” she noted.

One of the key findings of the discussion was the disparity between the participation of women-led and men-led businesses in international trade. According to the forum, in Latin America, less than a quarter of businesses are headed by women, and this gap is also reflected in export activity.

While 10% of women-led businesses export, the proportion reaches 14% for those led by men . This difference is partly due to structural factors: women-led businesses tend to be smaller, younger, and concentrated in the service sector, while men-led businesses tend to be larger and more focused on international trade in goods.

The forum also addressed the particular context of Mexico, where female representation in business leadership continues to be lower compared to other markets in the region.

With this meeting, Comce reaffirmed its commitment to opening spaces for dialogue, collaboration, and capacity building that will allow for greater participation of women in foreign trade and accelerate their access to new internationalization opportunities.

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With the participation of more than 250 leaders, businesswomen, executives and representatives from the public and private sectors, the Mexican Business Council for Foreign Trade, Investment and Technology (Comce) held the Women Exporters Forum , a space designed to promote networking , dialogue and collaboration around greater participation of Mexican women in international markets.

The meeting brought together voices from the government, business organizations and representatives of the export ecosystem to discuss one of the pending challenges of foreign trade: closing the gaps that limit the access and growth of women-led businesses .

The event was attended by Alicia Bárcena, Secretary of Environment and Natural Resources; José Medina Mora, President of the Business Coordinating Council (CCE) ; Altagracia Gómez Sierra, Coordinator of the Advisory Council for Regional Economic Development and Relocation (CADERR); Sergio Contreras Pérez, Executive President of Comce; Leonardo Poblete Galván, Head of the Institutional Promotion Unit of the National Bank of Foreign Trade (Bancomext) ; and Susana Duque Roquero, General Director of Comce.

In his welcoming message, Sergio Contreras Pérez emphasized that the country’s export growth cannot be understood without greater incorporation of female leadership.

“Mexico will not be able to reach its full export potential without fully incorporating the leadership, capacity, and vision of women in foreign trade. Our country can become the eighth largest exporting power, but to achieve this goal, women must not be spectators: they must be protagonists,” she asserted.

For her part, Alicia Bárcena linked sustainable development with women’s economic participation and highlighted that foreign trade also represents a way to project identity and values ​​to the world.

“Exporting is about projecting our identity; it’s about telling the world who we are, what we produce, and what values ​​underpin our economy,” he said.

From the business sector, José Medina Mora acknowledged progress in terms of gender parity, although he warned that significant challenges remain at the management levels.

“Although gender parity exists at entry levels, women are underrepresented in management, director, and general management positions. The key to achieving parity is to recognize talent and create opportunities equitably,” she noted.

One of the key findings of the discussion was the disparity between the participation of women-led and men-led businesses in international trade. According to the forum, in Latin America, less than a quarter of businesses are headed by women, and this gap is also reflected in export activity.

While 10% of women-led businesses export, the proportion reaches 14% for those led by men . This difference is partly due to structural factors: women-led businesses tend to be smaller, younger, and concentrated in the service sector, while men-led businesses tend to be larger and more focused on international trade in goods.

The forum also addressed the particular context of Mexico, where female representation in business leadership continues to be lower compared to other markets in the region.

With this meeting, Comce reaffirmed its commitment to opening spaces for dialogue, collaboration, and capacity building that will allow for greater participation of women in foreign trade and accelerate their access to new internationalization opportunities.

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