LATINtalk (April 2021): Mexico role in consolidation of NA Auto Industry | Mexico: bigger role in lithium industry | Brazil: 7 EVs to launch in 2021 | Compensation structures in Mexico | Brazil, pandemic: automakers shut down

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April 2021 edition

MEXICO AUTOMOTIVE

Mexico’s Role in the USMCA-Driven Consolidation of the North American Auto Industry

Q&A: Mexico auto assembly plants to comply with USMCA

Mexico eyes bigger role in lithium industry, sees speculation in mining concessions

Wikifleet update: Public, private sector push EV in Mexico

Foxconn considers Wisconsin, Mexico for electric vehicle plant

Ford to manufacture two EVs in Mexico

Empowering Latinas in the Auto Industry

INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK

The latest Audio Interview features Jose Ruiz. Mr. Ruiz serves as Alder Koten’s Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer providing vision, strategic direction and the roadmap for the firm’s future. Alder Koten has offices in Mexico and the U.S.

Listen to Jose Ruiz Interview here

BRAZIL & LATAM AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...

Seven electric cars to be launched in Brazil in 2021

Brazil automakers shut down amidst Pandemic woes

In Brazil, an electric flying car by Embraer hints at the future of air-taxi transport

High ownership costs stunting Brazil’s EV uptake, but all is not lost

Carlos Ghosn sees chance of Nissan and Renault leaving Brazil

Scania CEO in Argentina foresees record exports for 2021

Sales of used cars skyrocket in Argentina

Mexico’s Auto Market Is on a Long and Winding Road to Recovery

Automotive Clusters Face New Challenges and Seek Opportunities in 2021

Canada in Mexico

Mexico Job Shift, Transition to EVs Alarm UAW

GM Mexico Launches OnStar Telematics Service for Fleets

DEKRA Opens First Vehicle Inspection Station In Mexico

The 7 Keys To Communicating In The Brazil Auto Industry

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

This Interview features Salomon Noble, CEO for Mexico-based Intermex Industrial Parks. Salomon is an expert in the Mexican Manufacturing and Maquiladora Industry (IMMEX / “Twin Plants”), with more than three decades of experience in advanced manufacturing operations for the aerospace and automotive sectors and all aspects of the Industrial real estate life cycle. Intermex´s mission is to facilitate the successful establishment and operation of international companies throughout Mexico, and the company has two strategic business units: The Shelter and the Industrial Real Estate units.

Listen to Salomon Noble Interview here

This Interview features Daron Gifford. Mr. Gifford is Partner, Strategy Consulting Services Leader, Automotive Industry Leader, and Commercial Due Diligence Services Leader for Plante Moran. Mr. Gifford is also one of the automotive industry’s leading experts.

Listen to Daron Gifford Interview here

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MEXICO MANUFACTURING & MEXICO INDUSTRIAL PARKS

INTERMEX AT A GLANCE

Intermex provides the competitive edge for success and profitability of your operations in Mexico.

About Intermex

Intermex has been part of the success of over 200 multi-national companies manufacturing in Mexico. The process of combining foreign capital and technology with Mexican labor, industrial facilities, and our community, has been the core value of Intermex for over 40 years.
Our integrity and commitment to service are reflected in the structure of our Company and the different solutions we offer.
To learn more about Manufacturing in Mexico, or find an available industrial property, or join the Shelter program, please visit here.

"Doing Business in Mexico", download report here.

SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

What you should know about Mexican suppliers

Brazil expects reduction of steel import quotas under Biden infrastructure plan

Argentina to become automaker BMW’s second lithium supplier after US$334m deal

IMMEX Highlights – Compliance with Annual Operations Report Requirement

Sources: Mexican B-1 visa truckers conducting illegal runs in US

How supply chain disruptions are hurting LatAm industries

Argentina's exports rise 9.1% year-on-year, but for smaller volumes

Will Panama Canal avoid Suez-type logjam? Top exec talks differences

Privatization of Latin America’s largest port should have more regulatory rigidity, says Brazilian minister

OEMs & SUPPLIERS: PRACTICAL SUPPLY CHAIN IMPROVEMENTS USING AI

Tada Cognitive Solutions for OEMs and Suppliers

With product demand changes OEMs and suppliers both need a system to address supply chain constraints, visibility, collaboration across multiple levels of suppliers and assurance of supply from the globally sourced supply base. OEMs and Suppliers have been using the following solutions from Tada to gain market share, operate profitably, effectively plan for risks and introduce new designs and upgrades on an aggressive timeline:

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Digital Command Center – download here

Multi-Tier – download here

MANUFACTURING & ECONOMY

Mexico’s factories contract at slowest pace in a year, still hurting

Brazilian economic activity recovers to pre-pandemic level

Exports, stimulus throw lifeline to Mexico's battered economy

Brazil: over 100,000 new Covid-19 infections detected in just one day

Over 25 million cases of Covid-19 reported in Latin America, Caribbean

Brazil manufacturing PMI falls to 9-month low in March -IHS Markit

Argentina's economy can't afford another total lockdown, minister says

Brazil’s machinery and equipment sector grows 18% in February

GLOBAL M&A, JOINT VENTURES, FUNDING

FOR SALE:

China Rubber Spare Parts Automotive Manufacturer
U.S. Auto Spare Parts Supplier
India Automotive Supplier
U.S. Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
India Machining Supplier
Czech Republic Aircraft Manufacturer

LOOKING TO BUY:

Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
OEM Parts Manufacturer
Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer
Aluminum Auto Components & Assemblies Supplier

LOOKING FOR JV / TECH PARTNER:

India Automotive Tier 1 (seat maker)
India Automotive Tier 1 (electronics)

To learn more about the above opportunities, visit our International M&A, JVs/Tech Partners and Investment page here.

FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

Reform to the Electric Industry Law: a new risk for energy projects in Mexico

Brazil's credit conditions improve in February ahead of COVID-19 spike

Mexico: Inconstitutionality of Limitation to Deduct Interest

Latin America M&A—the Year Ahead: Activity and Trends

Brazil M&A activity surges despite raging pandemic, political upheaval

Argentina wants to postpone renegotiation of its debt with the IMF until 2022

Central Bank clears way for Facebook’s money transfer service in Brazil

GlobalAutoIndustry.com’s latest OnDemand Seminar, “The Future of Global Healthcare: Post Covid-19” features Allen C. Koski. Mr. Koski is President of Insured Nomads, the first insurtech in global benefits. Previously Allen was a Senior Vice President at United Healthcare Global and prior to that instrumental in the growth and development of Cigna Global in roles that ranged across sales and sales leadership.

To watch Webinar, visit here.

Listen to Allen Koski Interview here

HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Mexico/Canada/U.S. COVID-19 Travel Update: Biden Administration Extends Border Restrictions Through April 21, 2021

Compensation Structures in Mexico

COVID-19 as an Occupational Illness under Mexican Law

Brazil created a net 401,000 formal jobs in February; best result since 1992

Traveling to Brazil during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

Amid surge in COVID-19, Brazil's neighbours limit travel to virus-hit country

Argentina’s lower house approves income tax reform benefiting over 1.2 million people

INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE & SECURITY

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EVENTS

WEBINAR (recorded December 10, 2020): By MexicoNow

"Mexico’s Heavy Vehicles Industry Outlook 2020 - 2025"

To watch video webinar, visit here.

WEBINAR (April 21): By Plante Moran

U.S.: "Foreign tax credits and anti-deferral update"

To learn more or to register, visit here.

VIRTUAL EXPO (April 26-29): By Uludag Automotive Industry Exporters' Association (OIB)

"Auto Expo Turkey 2021"

To learn more or to register, visit here.

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