The transition toward low-emission vehicles is beginning to reshape investment and operational decisions across Mexico’s freight transportation industry. The adoption of electric heavy-duty trucks and other alternative technologies offers opportunities to reduce fuel consumption and respond to customers’ environmental requirements. However, it also introduces challenges related to transportation capacity, regulatory compliance, and the responsibilities of each participant in the supply chain. For legal departments, one of the main challenges is determining who should be held responsible when a vehicle fails to meet the conditions necessary to operate legally, transport the contracted cargo, or complete a delivery under the agreed terms.
The transformation is progressing gradually. According to the World Resources Institute (WRI) Mexico, electric vehicles account for less than 1% of…
