Mexican authorities project a 37% decline in cargo thefts involving trucking companies in 2026, yet Overhaul reports 76% of incidents still involve violence.
While federal government data indicates cargo theft reductions along key routes like Mexico-Querétaro (-85.7%) and Mexico-Puebla (-90%), Overhaul's Q2 2026 report highlights persistent risk, with 77% of incidents concentrated in Central and Western Mexico. Food and beverage shipments (30% of thefts) and agricultural products saw notable increases in targeting, demonstrating evolving criminal tactics despite overall reported declines.
Implement real-time tracking, enhanced security protocols, and route-specific risk assessments for high-value cargo, especially for shipments transiting Central and Western Mexico during evening hours (6 p.m. to midnight) and weekdays.
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