Mexico’s car production fell 13.3% in May to 145, 530 units from 167,817 units in the year-ago month, Dow Jones reported, citing figures from the Mexican Auto Industry Association, or AMIA.

Discover B2B Marketing That Performs

Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.

Find out more


Sales and exports reportedly also fell during the month, pointing to continued weakness in demand both domestically and abroad.


According to Dow Jones, AMIA said domestic sales were 10.2% lower than in the year-ago month at 72,023 units, compared with 80,206 in May 2002. Exports fell 4.0% to 113,162 vehicles from 117,917 a year-ago.

Just Auto Excellence Awards - The Benefits of Entering

Gain the recognition you deserve! The Just Auto Excellence Awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact. By entering, you showcase your achievements, elevate your industry profile, and position yourself among top leaders driving automotive industry advancements. Don’t miss your chance to stand out—submit your entry today!

Nominate Now