I went to Mexico to test-drive the cars Americans can’t buy

Democracy Dies in DarknessMexico is a showroom for electric cars, with a growing fleet of sleek new vehicles from Chinese brands unavailable to Americans.October 27, 2026An Aion UT compact electric hatchback. The urban-focused vehicle is among the more accessible electric options available in the Mexican market. (Alejandra Rajal/ For The Washington Post)Michael Coren's Future Coach column explores the choices that shape how we live, from climate and technology to health and money. Email him at [email protected] went to Mexico City this spring to test-drive the future. What I saw was a split screen between a familiar past and a future of luxurious, space-age cars that cost far less than comparable models at home.