GAC confirms Mexico assembly plant will be operational in 2026 GAC will become the first Chinese automotive OEM to operate an assembly plant in Mexico when its new site becomes operational in the second half of 2026. James McLoughlin
China overtakes Japan as global vehicle export leader Chinese carmakers, led by BYD and Chery, are reshaping the global auto export market. Vehicle shipments hit record levels in 2024–2025, with EVs accounting for 40% of exports. Ian Henry
BMW shifts leadership as Mexico plant enters new phase Klaus von Moltke moves from Steyr to lead BMW’s San Luis Potosí plant, signalling a new phase in the site’s global role. The transition follows major progress in Steyr’s electric drive and hydrogen programmes and marks Harald Gottsche’s return to Austria as plant director. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Nissan-Mercedes JV shuts Mexican plant amid tariff storm The COMPAS facility in Aguascalientes will close in May 2026, ending a decade-long partnership between two automotive giants as trade pressures and Nissan's financial crisis reshape North American manufacturing. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Nissan to close Mexico plant in global production realignment Nissan is shutting its Cuernavaca plant to streamline operations under its global Re:Nissan plan with production shifting to Aguascalientes and interest from Chinese OEMs in the facility’s future. Charlie Blackie-Kelly Emily Uwemedimo
