GAC (Guangzhou Automobile Group Co.) has made a significant announcement, becoming the first Chinese automaker to establish a full production facility in Mexico. This strategic move, revealed on April 8, 2026, signifies a new phase in the company's global expansion, with vehicle assembly scheduled to commence in the latter half of the current year. The primary focus of this new plant will be to serve the Mexican market exclusively, producing a diverse range of vehicles including gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric models, encompassing sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, and crossovers.

While GAC has kept specific details regarding the plant's location and the extent of its investment undisclosed, industry observers speculate that the automaker might acquire one of Nissan's two facilities slated for closure in Mexico: either the CIVAC plant in Cuernavaca, Morelos, or the COMPAS assembly plant in Aguascalientes. Both sites possess substantial production capacities, exceeding 160,000 vehicles annually, which would align with GAC's growth ambitions, though the plant's exact annual output has not been disclosed.

GAC has already established a notable presence in the Mexican market, having started selling vehicles in late 2023. Its initial performance was strong, with over 7,000 units delivered in its first year, followed by an impressive 10,000 vehicles sold in 2025. This success has paved the way for the