La Sale of hybrid and electric vehicles In Querétaro, the trend continues to show a clear upward shift, confirming the state's progressive move towards cleaner mobility. The most recent data places the state among the top performers in the country in adopting more efficient propulsion technologies with lower emissions. This progress is part of the... global overview of electric vehicles.
This progress comes in a context where Electromobility is gaining ground in the automotive marketThis trend is supported by both the expansion of charging infrastructure and greater public awareness of the environmental impact of transportation. Although they still represent a minority of the vehicle fleet, these cars are playing an increasingly important role in purchasing decisions. Furthermore, issues such as battery recycling They begin to gain importance.
Querétaro consolidates its position in the national top 10 for electromobility
During the first ten months of the year, tenth federal entityAccording to data from the Association of Automotive Vehicle Distributors of Querétaro (AMDA QRO), this ranking reflects that the state has not only kept pace but has also consolidated its position within the leading group in sustainable mobility.
Between January and October, approximately [number] were sold 2.675 hybrid and electric vehicle unitsThis represents approximately 9% of all new car registrations in the state during that period. In other words, almost one in ten new vehicles on the streets of Querétaro now has some type of electrified propulsion system.
At the national level, behind entities such as Mexico City, State of Mexico, Nuevo LeĂ³n, Jalisco, Guanajuato, Puebla, Veracruz, YucatĂ¡n and ChihuahuaThese are territories that traditionally concentrate a higher volume of transactions due to their market size. Despite this, the QuerĂ©taro market remains firmly in the top 10, which is interpreted as a remarkable achievement for a relatively smaller state.
The president of AMDA QRO, Laura RodrĂguez Miranda, has emphasized that This market behavior confirms the constant evolution towards more sustainable transport solutionsFrom their point of view, the introduction of new propulsion technologies, linked to the evolution of productionIt has found fertile ground in QuerĂ©taro, where many buyers are beginning to consider electrification as a real option and not just something for the future.
The fact that the state retains its place among the top ten, despite strong competition from other markets with larger volumes, indicates that Demand for hybrid and electric cars is consolidating and it can no longer be considered a simple passing fad, but a structural change in the preferences of part of the population.
Growth of 4,5% and a 9% share of total sales
One of the most relevant facts is that, Between January and October, the sale of hybrid and electric vehicles in Querétaro grew by 4,5% compared to the same period of the previous yearThis increase, although moderate, is significant considering the economic context and the behavior of the automotive market as a whole.
In relative terms, these 2.675 cleaner technology vehicles They represent approximately 8,9% of the total of 29.742 new cars sold in the state During the first ten months of the year, hybrid and electric models gained market share in a market that, overall, has shown slight downward adjustments.
Global new car sales figures point to a slight decline: 29.742 light vehicles were registered as purchased, 148 fewer than in the same period of the previous yearThis represents a decrease of approximately 0,49%. This trend contrasts with the growth of electrified models, which are increasing their presence, indicating a shift in the market's composition.
This phenomenon is interpreted as a reorientation of part of the demand towards alternatives with lower consumption and emissionsEven in an environment of some spending restraint, while overall sales stagnate or decline slightly, the hybrid and electric vehicle category continues to gain ground, confirming that it is no longer a marginal segment.
The president of AMDA QRO has indicated that these results are a sign that New technologies have been well received in the organizationThis is largely because the state has "certain infrastructure" that facilitates its everyday use. The existence of charging points and associated services reduces barriers to entry and encourages more drivers to make the switch.
Infrastructure, vehicle types and market behavior
The expansion of the support infrastructure has been a determining factor in this progress. The installation of charging stations and specific services for electric vehicles It has reduced one of the main concerns of potential buyers: the autonomy and availability of charging points for the vehicle.
According to available information, It already has a growing network of charging points In urban areas and some strategic corridors, this improves the everyday user experience of these cars. Although there is still a way to go to achieve full coverage, the current rollout already allows many users to consider the switch to electrification a viable option.
Regarding the composition of the entity's automotive market, the data accumulated through October shows that Subcompacts and compacts top the list of light vehicle purchasesSpecifically, 4.066 subcompacts and 7.007 compacts were acquired, followed by 1.450 luxury vehicles and 147 sports cars, for a total of 12.670 light vehicles in these segments.
The rest of the market is made up of the trucks and multipurpose vehicle sector, where An additional 17.072 units are added, of which 11.552 are multi-purpose vehicles and 5.520 are trucks.This distribution highlights the importance of vehicles intended for both private mobility and commercial and service activities within the state.
In the specific case of hybrids and electric vehicles, Its integration occurs across different segmentsFrom more affordable models to higher-end ranges and vehicles geared towards business fleets, this diverse offering ensures that electrification isn't limited to a single user profile, but rather reaches different budgets and needs.
Geographic concentration of sales in the state
The territorial analysis of new vehicle sales reveals a clear concentration in the municipality of Querétaro, which serves as the state's main economic and commercial hub. This reality is also reflected in the adoption of hybrid and electric vehicles, which find their primary niche for expansion in the capital and its metropolitan area.
According to data from AMDA QRO, 18.603 units soldThis represents approximately 62,5% of all new vehicle sales in the state. In other words, more than half of all car registrations are concentrated in this urban area.
After the capital, Corregidora records 3.095 vehicles soldEl MarquĂ©s has 2.875 units and San Juan del RĂo has 2.654. In the municipality of Huimilpan, 163 new cars are counted, and the rest, 2.352 automobiles, correspond to other non-conurbated municipalities of the state.
This distribution shows that most of the automotive marketThe dealership, including those for hybrid and electric vehicles, is located in the metropolitan area of ​​Querétaro. This area concentrates a large part of the population, business activity, and services, facilitating access to dealerships, charging infrastructure, and specialized maintenance.
In parallel, municipalities with lower population density and less industrial or service activity show a a more moderate pace in the renewal of its vehicle fleetThis could also translate into a slower adoption of electrified technologies. However, the overall increase in supply and infrastructure improvements could gradually open up this market in less urbanized areas.
Monthly behavior and outlook for sustainable mobility
Looking at the month-by-month evolution, the data indicates that Total new vehicle sales registered a slight decline in OctoberWith a decrease of 0,1% and a total of 3.086 cars sold that month. Nationwide, this figure places Querétaro in 11th position out of the 32 states in terms of monthly vehicle purchases.
Despite this slight correction in global sales, the segment of Hybrids and electric vehicles maintain a positive dynamicThis translates into a cumulative growth of 4,5% in the first ten months of the year. This difference in performance between the overall market and the electrified vehicle market reinforces the idea that electrification is progressing even in scenarios of some economic restraint.
Looking ahead to the next few years, forecasts indicate that The market share of low and zero emission vehicles will continue to increaseThis is happening both in Querétaro and in other regions. Factors such as potential future restrictions on the most polluting vehicles, the rising cost of fossil fuels, and technological improvements in batteries and range will continue to drive this transition.
In the European and Spanish context, where Environmental regulations have been progressively tightened. And with very ambitious emissions reduction targets set, the experience of markets like Querétaro can be seen as a reflection of global trends. The combination of regulation, infrastructure investment, and changes in consumer preferences is repeated, with nuances, in different regions. For example, the EU is strengthening measures on the vehicle recyclingwhich will affect the automotive sector.
The data coming from Querétaro shows that Sustainable mobility is ceasing to be an abstract concept and is becoming a tangible reality on the streets.The growing presence of hybrids and electric vehicles in daily traffic, their increasing weight in sales statistics, and the adaptation of the associated service ecosystem point to a change of cycle in the automotive sector, in which efficiency and emissions reduction will play an increasingly central role.
