Technologies and tools for energy management
Technologies and tools for energy management
The automotive industry in Mexico is one of the most important in the country and has established itself as a key pillar of the national economy. Currently, “Mexico has 26 industrial clusters for the manufacture of automobiles, which figure rises to 37 if vehicle, engine and transmission assembly plants are included; these are mainly concentrated in the northern region (43.5%), Bajío (40%) and center of the country (15%)”. (El Financiero)
Mexico has begun to focus on the production of electric vehicles and the adoption of new technologies, such as automation and artificial intelligence in manufacturing. Foreign direct investment in the automotive industry is significant, driving the development of infrastructure and advanced technology.
A large part of Mexican automotive production is destined for export; according to INA records, the northern, Bajío and central regions generate 95% of auto parts production; in addition, the United States continues to be the main trading partner, absorbing 90% of international auto parts sales.
In Mexico, “the industrial sector is the second largest consumer of energy, representing 33.4% of total consumption, according to data from the National Council of Humanities, Sciences and Technologies (Conahcyt). Within this sector, the automotive industry stands out with an increase of 74.5% in its energy consumption, reaching 13,980 petajoules (unit of measurement of energy consumption). Some 54% of this consumption corresponds to electrical energy, used both in engines and in industrial heating processes.” (El Economista)
The transition to cleaner technologies and digitalization offer opportunities for innovation and future growth. According to the “ACEEE International Energy Efficiency Scorecard 2018” report, Mexico invests only US$0.03 per capita in energy efficiency, in contrast to Canada, which invests US$97.60 per capita, and Germany, with US$85.47 per capita.
According to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI), the state of Querétaro closed the first semester of 2023 with a 9.5% growth in auto parts production, said statistic is the average that the country in general had in terms of growth. (El Financiero). However, growth cannot go alone; it necessarily requires other factors to exist and be maintained, such as energy.
The automotive industry in Mexico is a dynamic and crucial sector for the economy, with a prominent role in the global market and a promising future in the adoption of new technologies.
