Group 1 - The core issue is that the automotive industry in Mexico is severely impacted by the tariff policies of the Trump administration, leading to factory closures and increased layoffs [2][3] - Chinese automakers, including BYD and Geely, are interested in acquiring a Nissan-Benz joint venture factory in Mexico, with a total of nine companies expressing interest, including Chery and Great Wall Motors [2] - The Mexican automotive industry is highly dependent on the U.S. market, with 280 out of 400 million vehicles produced in Mexico in 2024 expected to be purchased by U.S. consumers [3] Group 2 - The Mexican government is privately urging local authorities to delay Chinese investments until trade negotiations with the U.S. are completed, despite being unable to prevent the sale of the factory [3] - The automotive industry in Mexico has lost approximately 60,000 jobs due to the pressures from tariffs, with a projected decline in exports to the U.S. by nearly 3% by 2025 [3][4] - Chinese investments are viewed as crucial for revitalizing the Mexican automotive industry, as they could provide much-needed jobs and stimulate local production [4]
特朗普重创墨西哥汽车产业，中国车企欲收购停产工厂
Guan Cha Zhe Wang·2026-02-13 09:37