Are most Fords made in Mexico?
The majority of Ford's vehicles are not produced in Mexico; most volume comes from U.S. and Canadian plants, with Mexico serving as an important but smaller production hub in North America.
To understand this, you need to look at Ford's sprawling manufacturing network across North America and how model mix, trade rules under USMCA, and labor costs influence where vehicles are built. In the mid-2020s, Mexico has grown as a manufacturing base for Ford, but it remains a minority source of Ford's global output and a strategic export hub rather than the main production site.
Mexico's role in Ford's North American production
Mexico's manufacturing footprint for Ford has expanded in recent years as the company rebalanced its supply chain to reduce risk and improve regional competitiveness. Plants in Mexico have produced and, in some cases, assembled vehicles intended for U.S. and global markets, with the Hermosillo facility singled out for notable models such as the Maverick. Still, the bulk of Ford's production in North America takes place in the United States, with Canadian operations contributing to certain lines as well. The exact distribution shifts with product cycles, demand, and plant utilization, so there isn't a fixed share that can be cited as 'most' for any given year.
Notable example: Ford Maverick
One clear example of Mexico-based production is the Ford Maverick, a compact pickup assembled in Hermosillo, Sonora, since its debut in the 2021 model year. The Maverick's status underscores how Ford has used Mexican facilities to deliver affordable, regionally tailored vehicles for North American buyers. The plant in Hermosillo has seen additional investments to expand capacity in response to demand for Maverick and related models.
Broader production footprint and trade context
Beyond Mexico, Ford operates an extensive network in the United States—home to several flagship assembly plants that build high-volume vehicles such as trucks, SUVs, and commercial vehicles. Canada contributes to regional production through plants that assemble certain models and components. The company’s strategy is shaped by supply-chain resilience, USMCA guidelines on labor and local content, and shifting market demand, all of which influence where specific models are built. While Mexico is increasingly important, it does not account for the majority of Ford's North American output as of the mid-2020s.
What this means for consumers and trade
Where a vehicle is built can affect availability, options, and timing, especially for cross-border buyers and export-oriented models. Trade policies, tariffs, and wage structures influence Ford’s decisions about plant utilization. For shoppers, this can translate into differences in lead times, color and trim choices, and features depending on where a vehicle is manufactured. For policymakers, the distribution of auto production across borders remains a focal point in trade agreements and industrial policy.
Summary
In short, Ford’s production is geographically diverse, with the United States and Canada accounting for a large share of North American output and Mexico playing an increasingly important role—especially for certain models like the Maverick—but not constituting the majority. The company continues to adapt its plant network in response to demand, costs, and trade rules.
