Mexico bets on homegrown electric bus to curb China reliance

Electric vehiclesTaruk project seeks to localize up to 80% of components and build a battery industryDevelopment of the Mexican-made electric bus is now moving into full gear. (Photo by Tomohiro Ichihara)TOMOHIRO ICHIHARAAugust 17, 2026 01:05 JSTMEXICO CITY -- Mexico is backing the development of a domestically made electric bus as part of a broader effort to reduce reliance on Chinese manufacturers, strengthen its industrial base and capture more value from a global shift to clean transportation.