Mexico's Auto Sales Dip, but Endangered Gazelles Offer Hope

Mexico Sees Slight Dip in Light Vehicle Sales in May, but Gazelle Births Offer a Ray of Hope MEXICO CITY – The Mexican automotive industry experienced a minor setback in May 2025, with a 0.4% decrease in light vehicle sales compared to the same month last year. This is according to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). However, the year-to-date figures show a positive trend, with an overall 0.9% increase in sales from January to May. "Despite the monthly decrease," reports Paola Alcocer of EjeCentral Informativo, "the accumulated sales from January to May still represent a significant increase." Meanwhile, on a more positive note, three Thompson's gazelles, an endangered species, were recently born at a park in Valencia, Spain. This is considered a significant development for conservation efforts. The quick speed of the gazelle, up to 80 kilometers per hour, makes it easily identifiable by its distinctive black stripe along its sides. The birth of these gazelles offers a beacon of hope for the survival of the species. The contrasting news items highlight both challenges and successes in Mexico and globally, offering a balanced perspective on current events.