MONTERREY, July 28, 2025 – In the midst of global economic headwinds, Nuevo León emerged as Mexico’s national leader in automotive exports, reporting a robust 10.9% increase in vehicle shipments during the first half of 2025, according to data from INEGI and the RAIAVL.
🚗 Export Growth Against the Grain
- Nuevo León exported 126,884 vehicles from January through June 2025—an advance of 10.9% compared to the same period in 2024.
- In contrast, the rest of Mexico saw a 3.3% decline in automotive exports in the same timeframe.
- June 2025 alone saw 23,096 units exported, up 6.7% year‑on‑year.
Economic Context & Broader Export Trends
- Statewide exports across all sectors grew by 1.6%, signaling resilience despite uncertain global conditions.
- Nationally, total exports climbed 4.4%, while manufacturing exports rose 6.2% in the first half of the year.
Drivers Behind the Surge
According to Betsabé Rocha Nieto, Nuevo León’s Secretary of Economy:
“This growth reflects the strength of our automotive industry and signals increased investment and opportunities for local companies.”
Success is attributed not only to large OEMs but also to hundreds of local suppliers integral to the automotive value chain.
Key Factors Fueling Regional Leadership
- Solid industry infrastructure, including established plants and supplier networks.
- Competitive performance in global markets, contrasting national decline in exports.
- Integral role in state-level economic strategy, with the automotive sector anchored in the state’s Economic Strategy 2025 framework.
What This Means for Businesses
The strong performance of Nuevo León’s automotive sector underscores its central role in Mexico’s manufacturing exports.
Investors and partners seeking stable suppliers or growth opportunities may consider the region a strategic hub.
Companies managing export operations or supply chains may benefit from tracking this dynamic environment—especially in light of how nearshoring and regional integration continue to draw attention.
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