Borderlands Mexico: US takes 76% of vehicle exports as September shipments plunge
This week in Borderlands Mexico: US takes 76% of vehicle exports as September shipments plunge; DSV expands US-Mexico freight operations with new McAllen office; and Texas university seeks $772,700 for AI-powered Laredo freight project. The post Borderlands Mexico: US takes 76% of vehicle exports as September shipments plunge appeared first on FreightWaves .
In the latest Borderlands Mexico report, the United States accounted for 76% of Mexico's light-vehicle exports during the first nine months of 2026, as September shipments declined sharply. Over 1.93 million light vehicles were exported from Mexico to the U.S., marking a 11.9% decrease compared to September 2025. Meanwhile, light truck production dominated the market, making up 79% of total vehicle manufacturing.
Major automakers like General Motors, Nissan, Ford Motor, and Volkswagen reported significant declines in production. DSV, a global logistics provider, expanded its operations in McAllen, Texas, to support cross-border freight and supply chain services. Texas A&M International University secured proposed federal funding for an AI-powered logistics project in Laredo, aimed at improving freight movement efficiency.
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