Automotivelogistics: Mexico introduces new tariffs on cars and auto parts for countries without a trade agreement

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In December 2025, the Mexican Senate approved a package of new tariffs affecting the import of certain goods to Mexico from countries with which Mexico does not have an FTA, including including China, Brazil, South Korea, India and Russia. These new tariffs came into effect from January 1, 2026.

“The proposed tariffs are part of a programme to protect Mexico’s strategic industries… they’re aimed at products that we bring from countries with which we do not have free trade agreements… because when you have a free trade agreement you cannot impose such a tariff,” said Marcelo Ebrard, Mexico’s secretary of economy, in a translation of an official statement.