Governor Alfonso Durazo Montaño announced that next week he will travel to Taiwan to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the CEO of Foxconn, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of electronic and technology components. This agreement aims to establish an electric battery factory in Ciudad Obregón, a key step toward bringing Olinia’s electric vehicle production to Sonora.
Foxconn, also known as Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., is a leading technology manufacturer and a key supplier for global giants such as Apple, Tesla, and Sony. Its expertise in battery development and electrical components makes the company a strategic partner in advancing electric mobility.
Governor Durazo, who will be joined in Taiwan by Francisco Acuña Méndez, President of the Sonora Council for Sustainable Development (CODESO) and a key advocate of the Sonora Sustainable Energy Plan, stated that the establishment of an electric battery factory in Ciudad Obregón would place Sonora in an unparalleled position for electric vehicle manufacturing in Mexico.
With 75% of the automotive supply chain already established in the state, Sonora is the leading candidate to host the Olinia project, which was officially presented at the national level on January 6 by President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Olinia: Mexico’s First Electric Vehicle Factory
The Olinia project envisions the creation of Mexico’s first electric car manufacturing and assembly plant, producing three compact models designed for urban transportation. The initiative seeks to democratize access to electric mobility by offering affordable and sustainable vehicles, with a planned launch in 2026.
Sonora’s Competitive Advantages in the EV Industry
Sonora offers key strategic advantages that make it the ideal location for the development of the Olinia electric vehicle:
- Lithium reserves – Essential for electric battery production.
- Skilled workforce – Professionals specialized in mining, technology, and advanced manufacturing.
- Strategic infrastructure – Land and sea connections to global markets.
- Nearshoring potential – Attraction of investments and strengthening of global supply chains.
If agreements with Foxconn are finalized in Taiwan, Sonora will further establish itself as a leader in electric mobility and sustainable economic development in Mexico. The final location of the battery factory, which is also being considered for Puebla, will be determined in the coming weeks.
