Mexico's slow but steady shift toward electric commercial fleets
Mexican businesses are slowly adopting electric vehicles, but a full shift away from diesel and petrol remains years away. While some companies test electric fleets, most still rely on traditional fuels for the majority of their operations. The transition faces hurdles, from limited charging infrastructure to gaps in after-sales support for newer brands. One of Mexico’s largest bread distributors has made the most progress so far, converting 10% of its fleet to electric. Yet even this leader in the transition continues to depend on a mix of technologies. No company in the country currently operates a fully electric fleet.
Last-mile delivery firms are among the earliest adopters, experimenting with electric vans and trucks. However, data from Edenred Mexico shows that of the 500,000 vehicles it manages, only 3% run on electricity. The remaining 97% still use gasoline or diesel.
Chinese automakers are expanding their presence in Mexico’s commercial electric vehicle market. But their growth is held back by a weak after-sales service network, leaving buyers cautious. Charging infrastructure also lags behind demand—by 2025, Mexico had just 4,060 public charging stations, compared to 52,666 private points.
Industry experts, including Edenred Mexico, predict that both electric and traditional vehicles will coexist for at least another decade. A rapid switch appears unlikely without major improvements in infrastructure and support systems. The move toward electric mobility in Mexico is underway but remains slow. Companies continue testing electric options, yet most fleets still run on fossil fuels. For now, a gradual transition seems the most realistic path forward, with both technologies sharing the road for years to come.
