Tesla Leads, But Honda Shines Bright in 2025 American-Made Cars Ranking
If you’re in the market for a new vehicle and want to keep your dollars supporting American jobs, the latest report from Cars.com should grab your attention. The 2025 American-Made Index is out, and it tells a surprising and thought-provoking story about where your car really comes from. It’s not just about brand heritage anymore—it’s about where the car is assembled, what parts are used, and how many Americans are involved in the process.
Topping the list this year? Tesla, unsurprisingly. With the Model 3 taking the number one spot, followed closely by the Model Y, Model S, and Model X, Tesla proves once again that it’s not just a leader in electric innovation, but also in American manufacturing. All Tesla vehicles on the list are built domestically—at the Fremont Factory in California and the ever-growing Gigafactory in Texas.
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But the real standout story here is Honda. While Tesla may dominate the top four, Honda impressively places eight vehicles in the top 20—more than any other automaker. Models like the Ridgeline, Odyssey, Passport, and Pilot are all produced at Honda’s Alabama facility, while the Accord and several Acura vehicles—the MDX, RDX, and Integra—are manufactured in Ohio. These aren’t just assembled in the U.S.—many of them were also designed and developed here, showcasing Honda’s deep-rooted investment in American talent and infrastructure.
Meanwhile, some of Detroit’s legacy brands are facing a bit of an identity crisis. Ford, long considered the symbol of American auto manufacturing, doesn’t have a single vehicle in the top 20. GM manages only one entry: the Chevrolet Colorado, sitting at 19th. Despite the big talk and deep history, this ranking calls into question just how “American” their current vehicles are.
What’s even more surprising is that several foreign automakers—like Kia, Toyota, and Nissan—have also earned their place in the top 20, thanks to significant U.S. manufacturing operations. Kia’s EV6 and Sportage, for instance, are made in Georgia. Toyota’s Corolla Cross Hybrid and Honda’s own Odyssey beat out some of the most iconic American-branded trucks and SUVs.
At the bottom of the list? Vehicles like the Jeep Wagoneer L, Cadillac Lyriq, and even the Subaru Crosstrek. And while they may still wear American or Japanese badges, their manufacturing stories are far less red, white, and blue.
All of this highlights one key truth: being “American-made” isn’t about the badge on the front—it’s about where the work is done and who it benefits. In an era of tariffs, trade wars, and global supply chains, these rankings matter more than ever. So next time you’re car shopping, dig a little deeper. That Honda in the showroom might just be more American than a Chevy or a Ford.
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