Understanding the 'American-Made' Label for Vehicles

The term 'American-made' refers to vehicles that are assembled in the United States and have a significant amount of US-sourced parts, including engines and transmissions. com releases an annual 'American-Made Index', which ranks vehicles based on these criteria. This year's list includes two American automakers, Tesla and Jeep, in the top 10.

Other brands, such as Toyota and Honda, also have models ranked in the top 20, including the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, Toyota Tundra, and Honda Passport. The 'American-Made Index' considers factors such as assembly location, parts sourcing, and US factory employment. The index provides information for owners of various vehicle brands, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Porsche, VW, Volvo, Jaguar, Lexus, Toyota, and Honda.

The ranking serves as a reminder that vehicle quality depends on multiple factors, including regular maintenance and repairs.