Mexico’s Taruk EV Bus Targets 20,000 US Orders: Auto Week

This week in automotive: Mexico’s Taruk electric bus is targeting up to 20,000 US orders, while Chinese EV makers invested more overseas than domestically in 2024. Mexico’s EV adoption faces charging challenges, even as OEMs advance decarbonization efforts. Industry leaders emphasize infrastructure and technology for sustainable mobility, with financing up 2.6%. DiDi sets sights on 2026 World Cup airports, and BOS México earns GM’s Supplier Quality Excellence Award.

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BOS México’s Irapuato Plant Wins GM 2024 Supplier Award

BOS México’s plant in Irapuato, Guanajuato, received the 2024 Supplier Quality Excellence Award from General Motors (GM), an annual recognition given to suppliers that meet the automaker’s highest standards for quality, delivery, and service.

Chinese EV Makers Invest More Abroad Than at Home in 2024

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers invested more in overseas facilities than in domestic plants for the first time in 2024, according to a report by the US-based Rhodium Group. This milestone signals a strategic pivot in China’s automotive industry, driven by regulatory pressures, nearshoring trends, and the pursuit of global market share.

How to Accelerate Electric Mobility in Mexico

“In the national survey of electric vehicle users conducted by EMA, 78% of respondents said that one of the main barriers to driving an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle is the lack of charging locations, while 29% indicated this factor could deter them from purchasing such a vehicle,” says TIP México’s CEO, Mauricio Medina.

Mexico’s Taruk Electric Bus Could Land 20,000 US Orders

The Mexican-made Taruk electric bus has attracted significant commercial interest in the United States, with a potential order of between 10,000 to 20,000 units over the next two years, according to Mexico's Minister of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard.

DiDi Pushes to Operate at Mexican Airports for 2026 World Cup

DiDi is urging the Mexican federal government and airport authorities to establish a regulatory framework allowing its vehicles to operate within airport terminals in cities hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The move seeks to meet the expected surge in transportation demand during the tournament, which will take place across Mexico, the United States, and Canada.

Mexico Leaders Push Infrastructure, Tech for Sustainable Mobility

At the recent Movilidad del Futuro forum organized by 3M, leaders from industry, government, and transportation discussed the key requirements for advancing sustainable and efficient mobility in Mexico. Participants highlighted the need for modernized infrastructure, integrated transport systems, and policies that prioritize users while leveraging technological innovation.

Mexico’s Auto Loans Grow 2.6%, Cover Most New Sales

Mexico’s auto financing market grew 2.6% in the first half of 2025, totaling 430,587 new vehicle loans, according to the Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA). This represented 60.7% of all new vehicle sales from January to June—the highest first-semester rate in five years.

OEMs Push Decarbonization in Mexico’s Auto and Aerospace

Manufacturing remains a major source of industrial emissions. While automotive and aerospace OEMs have improved engines and turbines to reduce vehicle emissions, voluntary global carbon neutrality agreements—without enforcement—are insufficient. The primary challenge  is cutting emissions during the production of vehicles and components. To address this, companies worldwide have adopted ESG policies, modifying processes and materials to minimize environmental impact. These initiatives are far more effective when combined with strict regulations and specialized certification bodies, such as Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA), which guides airports through progressive emission reduction levels. Similar organizations exist for automotive and aerospace manufacturers, promoting standards that exceed minimum regulatory requirements.