Mexico’s auto parts industry reached a record production value during the first half of 2026, reinforcing the country’s position as a major manufacturing and supply chain hub for North America. Between January and June, production totaled US$63.8 billion, representing a 9.1% increase compared to the same period of 2025 and surpassing the previous first-half record registered in 2024.  
 

Monterrey Among Mexico’s Leading Auto Parts Producers

Production remains concentrated in Mexico’s main automotive manufacturing regions. Coahuila ranked first nationwide with US$10.1 billion in auto parts production during the period, followed by Guanajuato with US$8.6 billion and Monterrey with US$8.4 billion. Together with seven other major producing regions, they accounted for 87% of Mexico’s total production value.  
 

At the product level, electrical parts remained the industry’s largest category, reaching US$12.4 billion in production and growing 10.8% year over year. Gasoline engine production also recorded significant growth, increasing 38.2% during the first six months of the year.  
 

Mexico Strengthens Its Role in North American Supply Chains

Mexico’s auto parts exports reached US$55.5 billion during the first half of 2026, compared with US$37.0 billion in imports. The United States remained the industry’s main export destination, receiving approximately 86% of Mexican shipments.
  

Mexico also increased its presence in the U.S. market, accounting for 44.6% of U.S. auto parts imports, compared with 43.7% in 2025. This performance highlights the country’s significant role as a supplier to the North American automotive industry and the high level of integration between the two countries’ manufacturing supply chains.  
 

Foreign Investment in the Sector Rises 31.3%

Foreign direct investment in Mexico’s auto parts industry reached approximately US$1.6 billion during the first half of 2026, representing a 31.3% increase compared with the same period of 2025. The result marked the highest investment figure for a comparable period since 2021, reflecting continued international interest in Mexico’s automotive manufacturing base.  
 

The United States was the leading source of investment during the period, contributing approximately US$406 million, followed by Germany with US$377 million and the United Kingdom with US$202 million. Combined with rising production and exports, these investment flows reinforce Mexico’s position as a strategic location for auto parts manufacturing and automotive supply chains.