In August 2025, Zhongce Rubber Group held a grand groundbreaking ceremony in the Alianza Industrial Park in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico, marking the official commencement of its third overseas production base. The project covers an area of approximately 600,000 square meters and is expected to begin production by the end of 2025, serving markets across North and Latin America.

Similarly, Sailun Group achieved the milestone of producing the first tire at its Mexican production base in May 2025. The construction, from groundbreaking to the first tire produced, took only one year, setting a leading pace in the industry.

Mexico has become an indispensable supply partner for the U.S. tire market. Data shows that Mexico is not only the second-largest source of passenger car tires imported by the United States but also ranks fifth in light truck tire imports.

In 2023, Mexico exported tire products worth over $2 billion to the United States. With new production capacities being unleashed, this figure is expected to rise further.

The operation of new factories will significantly enhance Mexico’s export capacity to the U.S. market. It is estimated that the annual export volume could exceed 40 million units, further consolidating Mexico’s important position in the U.S. market.

Investments by Chinese tire enterprises in Mexico not only bring capital but also introduce advanced production technology and management experience. Zhongce Rubber’s Mexican factory will integrate modern design and digital production, fully applying next-generation information technology to create a highly automated, energy-efficient large-scale tire production base.

These investments have created numerous job opportunities for the local community, promoting the development of Mexico’s manufacturing industry. Simultaneously, they help Chinese tire companies avoid trade barriers, better serve the North American market, and enhance brand influence and market share.