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us-mexico
Manufacturing Toyota Shifts Tacoma Production from Mexico to San Antonio in $3.6 Billion Texas Expansion
Toyota is investing $3.6 billion to expand its San Antonio, Texas, assembly plant, adding 2.5 million square feet and 2,000 jobs to accommodate Tacoma pickup production shifting from Baja California, Mexico. The transition will occur gradually over about four years, with full build-out by 2030, and Toyota maintains operations elsewhere in Mexico.
Logistics Tequila, Trucking, and the Future of the Border: Carrier Vetting Takes Center Stage at MCBT 2026
The 9th Annual Modernization of Cross-Border Trade (MCBT) convened in Laredo, Texas, drawing over 500 logistics companies. Key topics included carrier vetting in Mexico, the designation of cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, and the role of tequila as the top U.S. import from Mexico.
Trade Montgomery Ruling, Cargo Fraud Dominate Texas Cross-Border Trade Summit
The 9th Annual Modernization of Cross-Border Trade conference in Laredo, Texas, focused on the U.S. Supreme Court's Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II ruling, cargo fraud, and preparations for USMCA 2.0. Hosted by Reliance Partners and Borderless Coverage, the event drew over 500 industry leaders. Panelists highlighted rising legal liability for brokers, evolving carrier-vetting standards, and cargo security risks.
Logistics UPS Enhances US-Mexico Freight Services for Industrial Shippers
UPS is upgrading its freight services between the US and Mexico, offering time-definite air and ground options to cater to industrial shippers. This move aims to streamline logistics for automotive and industrial sectors amid rising trade complexities.