Background on Volkswagen de México
Volkswagen de México, a subsidiary of the German automotive giant Volkswagen Group, is a significant player in Mexico’s automotive industry. The company has been producing vehicles in Mexico since 1964 and currently operates a plant in Puebla, which is responsible for manufacturing various models including the Jetta sedan and Tiguan SUV. Volkswagen de México is known for its contributions to the Mexican economy and employment, as well as its role in exporting vehicles to numerous countries, particularly the United States.
Upcoming Two-Week Suspension of Operations
Volkswagen de México announced that it will implement two technical work stoppages at its Puebla plant from July 21 to 25 and August 28 to August 3. These stoppages correspond to production weeks 30 and 31 of the working schedule.
- Affected Models: The Jetta sedan and Tiguan SUV production will be suspended during these weeks.
- Purpose: The suspension is part of Volkswagen’s annual production program for 2025, which includes adjustments to production and technology.
- Reasons: The first week of suspension is due to the company’s summer break and production adjustments. The second week was agreed upon with the union to replenish safety stocks of materials in their productive plants.
Production and Export Data
In the first half of 2025, Volkswagen de México produced 159,265 vehicles, marking a 21.2% decrease compared to the 2024 production of 202,194 units. Of these, 54,404 were Jetta sedans, 44,296 were Tiguan SUVs, and 60,465 were Taos models.
Exports of these vehicles also experienced a 28.7% decline from January to June 2025, with the company exporting 117,750 units compared to 165,189 vehicles in the previous year. The United States remains the primary export destination for these models.
Impact on Taos Production
During the work stoppage, production for the Taos model will continue normally. The Taos is one of Volkswagen de México’s most representative models for the domestic market, and it has high demand in export markets, with the United States being the top destination.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the reason for the suspension? The primary reasons are adjustments to production and technology, as well as replenishing safety stocks of materials in the productive plants.
- Which models are affected by the suspension? The Jetta sedan and Tiguan SUV production will be temporarily halted.
- How does this suspension impact overall production? While Jetta and Tiguan production will be affected, the Taos model will continue normal operations.
- What is the significance of this suspension for Volkswagen de México? This suspension is part of the company’s annual production program and aims to optimize operations, ensuring a balanced workload and inventory management.
