While the Mexican heavy vehicle market registered a 45.5% growth in wholesale sales during June and an accumulated advance of 3.1% in the first half of 2026 (1H26), Scania Mexico assured that it will maintain its investment strategy in infrastructure and after-sales to support fleet renewal and prepare for the next growth cycle of the sector.

Although the economy kept the heavy vehicle market under pressure during the first half of 2026, and the sector expects to close the year with volumes similar to those of 2025, the company decided to maintain its expansion plan. Some indicators in the United States show signs of recovery that could eventually be reflected in Mexico, noted Jorge Navarro, Commercial Director of Trucks and Buses at Scania Mexico .

In that context, the executive stated that the company has not stopped its investments and continues to strengthen its service network to be prepared when the market regains greater dynamism.

“We continue to grow in branches, we continue to expand bays, and we continue to prepare for the future that is coming. This is a very cyclical industry,” he emphasized.

As part of that strategy, Scania is building a new branch in Mérida of approximately five thousand square meters and 10 service bays , which will replace the current facilities and allow a significant increase in service capacity in the region.

For his part, David Hernández, national manager of Corporate Accounts and Used Vehicles at Scania Mexico, indicated that the macroeconomic environment has made fleet renewal more relevant for transport companies.

In that context, he explained that the brand promotes trade-in schemes , through which it receives used units as part of the acquisition of new vehicles to facilitate the modernization of fleets.

Regarding after-sales service , Hernández added that the new facility in Mérida will triple the installed capacity of the current branch, which today serves an estimated fleet of between 300 and 400 trucks and buses on the peninsula.

The commitment to expanding its infrastructure is also supported by the brand’s continued performance in the Mexican market.

According to figures from the National Association of Bus, Truck, and Tractor-Trailer Manufacturers (ANPACT) , Scania sold 122 tractor-trailer trucks wholesale in June, representing an 8.1% market share in that segment. Furthermore, it maintains its leadership in the intercity bus market, with 316 units sold during the first half of the year, equivalent to a 50.1% market share.

With this, the Swedish brand seeks to strengthen its customer service capabilities and support its clients during the fleet renewal process, while preparing its service network to respond to a potential market recovery.

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The National Chamber of Freight Transportation (Canacar) delivered an electronic truck simulator and a Freightliner Cascadia 2026 tractor-trailer to the Industrial Work Training Center No. 28 (CECAti No. 28) in Aguascalientes, with the purpose of strengthening the technical training of future operators.

During the event, Miguel Ángel Martínez, president of Canacar, thanked the state governor, María Teresa Jiménez, federal and municipal authorities, as well as Freightliner , for their support in developing the human talent that drives Mexico .

“We will continue to promote training, fleet renewal, and formal employment as strategic pillars for a more modern, competitive, and dignified trucking industry,” he stated.

For his part, Roberto Díaz, state delegate for Canacar, acknowledged that this achievement was achieved thanks to a collective effort.

“Thank you for all the support we’ve always received. Here, people are trained to ensure safety prevails on the country’s streets and highways. Driving a vehicle of this size involves great responsibility, and here you have the necessary equipment to do so,” he said.

Students from the institution expressed their gratitude for the support received from authorities and the private sector, and emphasized that the driving simulator and the transportation unit will strengthen their practical and safe training .

This effort is part of a strategic alliance between the Mexican government, state and municipal authorities, the education sector, and the private sector, which seeks to build a certified national training model that promotes safer, more efficient, and more competitive transportation .

The event was attended by officials such as Gerardo Martínez, director of Cecati No. 28; Leonardo Montañez, mayor of Aguascalientes; Jaime García, vice president of Canacar, Bajío region; among others.

Mexico faces a shortage of more than 90,000 operators , according to data from the World Road Transport Organization (IRU) . With actions like this, Canacar seeks to close this gap by dignifying the trade and strengthening job skills.

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Scania Mexico has integrated a large-scale fleet of 143 vehicles into Estafeta ‘s logistics operations , designed to respond to the growth of e -commerce and optimize operations to reduce delivery times, increase availability, and decrease fuel consumption.

The new fleet consists of 113 R460 tractor units (fifth wheel, Euro 6) for medium- and long-distance routes ; their fifth-wheel configuration improves road performance and ensures greater operational availability; and 30 P320 trucks (swap-body, Euro 6) for urban distribution , the only one in Mexico, providing visibility, maneuverability, and integration agility thanks to their pre-assembled subframe.

“Today we’re not delivering trucks. We’re delivering certainty: the certainty of fulfilling promises with greater safety, a lower total cost, and a lower environmental impact. This partnership is measured in minutes saved, downtime avoided, and loyal customers,” said Alejandro Mondragón , president and CEO of Scania Mexico.

With this new fleet integration, Estafeta strengthens its operational flexibility with configurable and scalable logistics solutions ; its approach prioritizes fatigue-free driving, improved maneuverability in the city, and fuel savings without compromising performance.

“Environmental impact, compliance, and safety are more relevant than ever. It’s our responsibility to create the conditions that allow us to achieve operational sustainability for the benefit of our people, our customers, the planet, and our organization. Therefore, choosing the right partners is essential,” said María Griselda Hernández Fábregas , CCO and CMO of Estafeta.

The relationship between the two companies, which began in 2024, is consolidated with this delivery. Scania and Estafeta share a common vision: serving their customers by operating with greater availability, lower shipping costs, and a lower environmental impact.

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TIJUANA, BC – It’s no easy feat; it’s almost an art, where every part has a place and every second counts. Manufacturing a tractor-trailer in Mexico goes far beyond assembly; it involves coordinating thousands of components, suppliers spread across different countries, and customs routes with precision.

Everything happens under constant pressure, where any error can bring the supply chain to a standstill. In the Cali-Baja region , this complexity is multiplied: here, the automotive supply chain is forced to react with surgical precision in an environment that changes daily.

During the second day of the Transport and Logistics Meeting (ETYL) CALI-BAJA , at 9:30 a.m. the panel ” Automotive Logistics ” began.

At that hour, attendees were preparing to hear firsthand from those on the operational front facing one of the country’s greatest logistical challenges : moving, supplying, and delivering custom-made heavy vehicles from Mexicali to the rest of Mexico, the United States, and Latin America.

Five key industry voices discussed the operational complexity of moving cargo vehicles. On stage were Alfonso Millán, Operations Manager at Mexlog ; Rodrigo Treviño and Javier Valadez, Director of Purchasing and Supply and Director of Operations at PACCAR México , respectively; Carlos Ceballos, President of SDL Group ; and Didier Ramírez, Editorial Director of Grupo T21 , who also moderated the panel.

They all shared a common conclusion: automotive logistics requires precision and strategic vision . The conversation quickly turned technical. Treviño opened with a statement:

“Each truck has nearly two thousand parts. Our plant produces eight different models, with five emission levels, and serves markets from North America to the Andean region. The complexity isn’t just geographical; it’s systemic,” he explained.

PACCAR operates under the build-to-order model , meaning each truck is produced by name and surname, according to the customer’s order. Treviño explained that they currently produce 65 units per day from Mexicali, although in 2024, a record year, they will reach 83 .

“Seventy percent of the components we use come from the United States and Canada. That leaves us with just 17 days of visibility for our suppliers to react,” Treviño explained. This critical window includes the average four days of land transit to the border.

He indicated that to manage such a large-scale operation, the plant relies on a last-mile strategy and key logistics alliances.

Carlos Ceballos, for his part, illustrated the point with an eloquent metaphor: “We must be like Mr. Elastic from the Fantastic Four movie. Expand, contract, adapt to change. It’s not just about receiving and delivering material; it’s about managing uncertainty every day.”

Alfonso Millán of Mexlog described the growth his company has experienced: from moving two thousand units a year three decades ago, today they move a thousand per day.

“Mexlog was born to solve the problem of moving trucks across the country. Today we work with Kenworth, Freightliner, International, Volvo, and also light vehicles like the Tacoma and Bronco,” he said.

Its operation includes the use of godmothers and the transfer of units in three- and four-horn configurations, in addition to alliances with companies that provide artificial intelligence monitoring services for its nearly 800 operators.

Millán also highlighted the implementation of driving simulators and a 24/7 monitoring system.

“Our method is simple: 1-2-3 every day. If you don’t systematize your operation, you end up putting out fires all the time,” Millán reflected.

PACCAR’s Javier Valadez emphasized that the company is not only committed to electric technology , but also to decarbonizing its operations.

“We need to stop thinking only about electrification. The real challenge is decarbonization. And that involves efficiency, emissions reduction, and redesigning supply chains,” said Valadez.

In this regard, he noted that an electric vehicle can have up to 40% fewer components than an internal combustion engine, which requires significant logistical adjustments.

The panelists agreed that the future of automotive logistics will depend on the sector’s ability to adapt to an increasingly regulated, demanding, and competitive environment.

Committing to regional content, traceability, regulatory compliance, and technological solutions is no longer optional, but a prerequisite for remaining in the market. Operational flexibility, precision in every movement, and the commitment of logistics teams are consolidated as pillars of a business model tailored to the client and with no room for error.

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Scania Mexico delivered a state-of-the-art Scania R 460 truck to the Institute for Training for Work (ICAT) in San Luis Potosí, a unit that will be used as a loan for the training of 120 fifth-wheel truck operators. This agreement is part of the Swedish automaker’s commitment to the development of the Mexican transportation sector and joins efforts to mitigate the shortage of operators that the country is experiencing.

“San Luis Potosí is a key region with significant logistical and economic dynamism. At Scania, we are convinced that supporting local talent is essential to strengthening the country’s value chains. In addition, this type of initiative allows us to advance in the introduction of more sustainable vehicles, aligned with our commitment to society and the environment,” explained Rodolfo Hernández Casanova, manager of Institutional Relations and Sustainability at Scania Mexico.

For her part, Estefanía Flores, general director of ICAT in San Luis Potosí, explained that one of the great challenges for training centers is the lack of tractor-trailers for practice , since these allow consolidating learning and improving safety standards for aspiring operators.

“Thanks to this agreement, the fifth-wheel vehicle operator courses we offer at our Technical Training Center in Logistics will be able to contribute to the training of professional and certified drivers in the region,” Flores added.

Currently, the country has 31 centers authorized by the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications and Transport (SICT) dedicated to the training of operators.

For five years, ICAT has certified 133 heavy truck operators and in this time has stood out as one of the most competitive centers due to its facilities and educational level. It also has updated simulators, a maneuvering track, a dry box, a platform and a team of five qualified instructors .

With the arrival of the Scania R 460, the institution complements the tools necessary for the successful training of driving professionals.

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