'Tesla-Only' Lane on US-Mexico Border Road... "As a Corporate Incentive"

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Hyunjung] A 'Tesla-only' lane has been created on the border road connecting the United States and Mexico.

Bloomberg reported on the 21st (local time) that Nuevo Leon, Mexico's most business-friendly state, signed such a contract with Tesla.

Ivan Rivas, Nuevo Leon's Minister of Economy, explained, "Tesla and related suppliers have a dedicated lane at the Columbia Solidarity checkpoint, allowing them to cross more quickly and efficiently." Minister Rivas added, "This is simply an incentive, and in the future, lanes for other companies may also be created."

It is not yet clear whether any documents or permits are required to enter the Tesla express lane, and Tesla has not responded to inquiries regarding this matter. It is presumed that the lane can be used by Tesla vehicles, Tesla employees, and at least six Tesla suppliers.

Nuevo Leon shares about a 10-mile border with the United States, and the related checkpoint is quite congested, making it unpopular. The average waiting time for commercial trucks there is about 20 minutes. The state border authorities are expanding the crossing lanes from six to eight lanes.

According to Minister Rivas, there are at least six Tesla suppliers in the state. This is a significant increase compared to before 2021, when there were no electric vehicle-related companies. He forecasted that about 5-7% of the state's investment this year will come from the electric vehicle industry.

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