Since 2021, Tesla has been leading the pack, with the Model 3 now surpassing the Model Y thanks to updated battery sourcing. Once more, Tesla holds the top four positions this year.
- GM: 15 models listed
- Ford: 13 models listed
- Stellantis: 8 models listed
Interestingly, Stellantis' Jeep models outperform all Ford and GM vehicles.
The Jeep Gladiator jumps from eighth to fifth place. It ranks seven spots higher than the Wrangler and far ahead of the Chevrolet Colorado, which is at nineteenth.
Despite Ford’s reputation as an all-American brand, the electric F-150 Lightning ranks highest for the brand at twenty-second place, surpassing last year's top Ford, the Mustang, now at fifty-sixth.
- Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid: Surges from sixty-sixth to eighteenth due to U.S. engine sourcing.
- RAV4 Hybrid: Drops to ninety-ninth, affected by revised sourcing strategies.
Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and EV9 are new entrants—all manufactured in Georgia. Notably, the EV6 boasts 80% U.S./Canada parts content.
With 15 models manufactured, Michigan leads the way. However, southern states are joining the ranks, with a 17% increase in American models since 2020.
The number of electric vehicles on the list has doubled to 11, illustrating the growth of the U.S. EV industry. However, the Cadillac Lyriq saw its domestic content drop from 62% to 11%, falling to ninety-eighth place.
This list measures U.S. assembly and parts origins, not where profits go. It doesn’t include foreign-built cars with high U.S./Canadian content like the Mexico-made Ford Maverick.
The automotive landscape promises to be interesting as tariffs influence domestic production. This list will adapt to these changes.
Summary: Tesla remains at the top of the list of the most American vehicles, with significant representation from GM, Ford, and Stellantis. Rankings have shifted due to sourcing changes and increasing EV production in the U.S. Michigan leads in domestic assembly, while the number of electric vehicles is rapidly rising. This list highlights vehicle assembly and parts sourcing, offering insights into evolving car manufacturing trends.
