Mexico

The recent currency crisis has exaggerated the gap between rich and poor. There is also a marked gap between the industrialized north and the rural south and between those whose lives... 2006-07-06

US carmaker Ford plans to invest around US$9.2bn in Mexico as part of its 'Way Forward' restructuring plan to improve efficiency. The six-year project would double Ford's Mexican... 2006-06-15

German commercial vehicle manufacturer MAN has commenced new bus operations in Mexico, through co-operation between its MAN Nutzfahrzeuge and MAN Ferrostaal units. A new plant, based... 2006-06-06

Japanese tyre manufacturer Bridgestone has announced plans to establish a new plant in Mexico for the production of carbon black, a raw material used in the production of tyres. According... 2006-05-24

Germany's Volkswagen is reportedly considering shifting production of its Passat model for the North American market to Mexico, as the dollar's fall against the euro puts a strain... 2006-05-24

In 2005 domestic automotive production in Mexico staged a recovery from the collapse of 2004, when the 1.5mn units produced reflected a 2.2% decline from output in 2003, which in... 2006-05-12

The bumpy ride continues for Ford after a problem with engine transmissions forced the US carmaker to close seven of its North American plants last week. Production ground to a halt... 2006-05-02

DaimlerChrysler retained the fifth spot in the Mexican market with sales of 115,744 units in 2004. This equates to a market share of 10.56%. By November 2005, DaimlerChrysler held... 2006-04-07

German component manufacturer Mann+Hummel has expanded its R&D and production presence in North America, with plans to continue its regional development in the coming year. The... 2006-04-05

Ailing US carmaker General Motors is continuing its restructuring plan with news of a new production plant in Mexico. The company will invest between US$600mn and US$650mn in the... 2006-04-03