Strategic sector
Autoparts
Strategic location. Competitive costs. Qualified talent. El Salvador is built for auto parts manufacturing.
Contact a specialistUSD $163.8 M
Total autoparts exports, 2025
USD $157.9 M
Exports of ignition cable sets for spark plugs, 2025
+95%
Of autoparts exports were destined for North America in 2025
Investment opportunities
Electrical and electronic components for the automotive industry
"Smart mobility is driving an expanding market. El Salvador already competes strongly in wiring harnesses and electronic capacitors."
- Sensors
- Control modules
- Electrical connectors
- Wiring harnesses
- Advanced electronic components
Plastic components
"El Salvador has a well-established plastics industry. Producing molded auto parts is the next natural step."
- Door panels
- Bumpers
- Dashboard components
- Electronic system housings
- Engine covers
- Cable insulation
- Knobs
- Plug connectors
Textile parts for vehicle interiors
"Our strong textile industry can diversify into automotive interior components."
- Airbag components
- Seat belts
- Upholstery
- Linings
- Thermal insulation
Metalworking components
"We have strong potential to produce these automotive parts and supply the United States and Mexico markets."
- Stamped metal parts
- Chassis supports
- Suspension components
- Gears and transmission parts
Investment destination