#Latin America

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Latin America now has more than 9,900 electric buses

A regional fleet tally shows Latin America and the Caribbean now operate more than 9,900 electric buses, underscoring the scale of transit electrification beyond private cars.

Key Takeaways

Latin America and the Caribbean now have more than 9,900 electric buses in operation.
The count includes battery-electric buses and trolleybuses.

DT Editorial Team·Jun 1, 2026·via cleantechnica.com

BYD's Brazil Plant Wins 100,000-Unit Orders From Mexico and Argentina

BYD's new factory in Brazil's Bahia state has received combined export orders of 100,000 vehicles from Mexico and Argentina, accelerating the Chinese automaker's push to establish Latin America as a major production and sales base.

Key Takeaways

BYD's new Bahia, Brazil plant has secured 100,000-unit export orders split between Mexico and Argentina
Production in Brazil avoids Chinese import tariffs and leverages Mercosur trade agreements for South American distribution

DT Editorial Team·Mar 18, 2026·3 min read·via cleantechnica.com