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Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
These Are The Most American-Made Cars You Can Buy In 2025
Every year, our friends at crunch the numbers, make their computers do computer things and give us a list of the most American-made vehicles you can buy that year. Does that mean the cars on the list are the best ones you can buy? Nope, but it's still interesting to see which cars are more American-made than others, since it's no longer as simple as American car companies building their cars here and foreign automakers not doing so. In fact, only seven of the top 20 most American-made cars are built by companies headquartered in the U.S., and only three come from Detroit's Big Three. Oh, and two of those three are made by Jeep, which is owned by Stellantis, an international conglomerate that also owns Citroën, Peugeot and Vauxhall, and it's headquartered in the Netherlands. Then, of course, there's Tesla, which traditionally tops lists like this but is also owned by the vocally ultra-far-right Elon Musk, which means if you buy a Tesla, you're actively funding his mission to get rid of all regulations and cause more babies to get HIV. Still, if we're talking about cars built in the U.S. with the most U.S.-sourced content, there's no denying that Teslas top the list. Let's take a look at what other cars made this year's list, too, starting with number 20 and building up to number one. Read more: These Are The Best Tires For Your Car, Truck Or SUV, According To Consumer Reports Final Assembly Location: Smyrna, Tennessee Base MSRP: $36,400 Final Assembly Location: Wentzville, Missouri Base MSRP: $33,595 Final Assembly Location: Huntsville, Alabama Base MSRP: $28,495 Final Assembly Location: West Point, Georgia Base MSRP: $27,390 Final Assembly Location: Marysville, Ohio Base MSRP: $33,000 Final Assembly Location: Marysville, Ohio Base MSRP: $28,295 Final Assembly Location: East Liberty, Ohio Base MSRP: $44,700 Final Assembly Location: Toledo, Ohio Base MSRP: $32,690 Final Assembly Location: Lincoln, Alabama Base MSRP: $40,200 Final Assembly Location: East Liberty, Ohio Base MSRP: $51,200 Final Assembly Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee Base MSRP: $45,095 Final Assembly Location: Lincoln, Alabama Base MSRP: $44,750 Final Assembly Location: Lincoln, Alabama Base MSRP: $42,220 Final Assembly Location: Lincoln, Alabama Base MSRP: $40,150 Final Assembly Location: West Point, Georgia Base MSRP: $42,900 Final Assembly Location: Toledo, Ohio Base MSRP: $38,695 Final Assembly Location: Fremont, California Base MSRP: $89,990 Final Assembly Location: Fremont, California Base MSRP: $84,990 Final Assembly Location: Fremont, California or Austin, Texas Base MSRP: $44,990 Final Assembly Location: Fremont, California or Austin, Texas Base MSRP: $42,490 Want more like this? Join the Jalopnik newsletter to get the latest auto news sent straight to your inbox... Read the original article on Jalopnik.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
EVs dominate the most American-made cars index and it's not just because of Tesla
Tesla vehicles took the four top spots of the 2025 American-Made Index (AMI), an annual list calculated by that ranks qualifying vehicles built and bought in the United States. Tesla's dominance in the AMI isn't new. The U.S. automaker, which assembles its four light-duty passenger vehicles in Texas and California, has landed in the top 10 ever since it started participating in the annual ranking five years ago. This year, the Model 3 was ranked as the most 'American-made' vehicle sold in the United States. But here is what might surprise consumers — and even those who follow the industry: EVs took six of the top 10 spots in the American-Made Index. In addition to Tesla, the Kia EV6 and the Volkswagen ID.4 took the 6th and 10th spots, respectively. The annual index ranks current model-year vehicles using five major factors, including the location of final assembly, percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts, countries of origin for all available engines, countries of origin for all available transmissions, and U.S. manufacturing workforce. Some 400 vehicles from the 2025 model year were studied to arrive at the 99 vehicles on the 2025 American-Made Index, according to Heavy-duty vehicles like the Tesla Cybertruck and the Rivian R1S, both of which are made in the U.S., don't qualify. The Kia EV6, which is assembled at the Korean automaker's West Point, Georgia factory, took another eyebrow-raising prize. The Kia EV6 contains 80% U.S. and Canadian parts, the highest percentage of any vehicle sold in America today. noted that only eight EVs qualified for the 2024 index. This year, 11 battery-electric vehicles made it on the AMI, including the Ford F-150 Lightning, the Hyundai Ioniq 5, and the Kia EV9 SUV. And another 19 are hybrids and plug-in hybrids. The stats demonstrate 'the industry's push for electrification wasn't mere lip service,' according to The question is whether tariffs, higher prices, and the end of the federal EV tax credits (which the Senate has proposed in its tax and budget bill) will derail this electric trajectory. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Donald Trump Wants You To Use His New $47 Mobile Plan With A $499 Gold Phone Made In America
President Donald Trump may have a solution to costly mobile phone plans and smartphones like Apple Inc's (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPhone being produced in other countries. Trump Mobile is launching soon. Here are the details. What Happened: President Trump's sons Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. unveiled Trump Mobile during an event at Trump Tower in New York on Monday, with details of a new mobile phone service to be the latest product launch from the president. "We've partnered with some of the greatest people in the industry to make sure that real Americans get true value from their mobile carriers," Trump Jr. said, as reported by Bloomberg. Trending: Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — Trump Mobile will operate on U.S. wireless networks with phones that are "made in America," according to the company. Plans on Trump Mobile will offer unlimited calling and texting to more than 100 countries, along with features like telemedicine help and roadside assistance. Customers will be able to use their existing phones or purchase a Trump-branded phone, called the T1, which will be made in America. The Verge reported a $499 gold version of the phone with a currently listed release of September 2025, which is available for preorder now with a $100 deposit. Trump Mobile will offer plans such as "The 47 Plan," which costs $47.45 per month, a nod to Trump's being both the 47th and 45th president of the United States. Terms of Use for Trump Mobile say the network is "powered by Liberty Mobile," a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) using the T-Mobile network. "Trump Mobile is going to revolutionize cellphones, mobile calling," Eric Trump told Fox News on It's Important: The new phone company and phone service could test the waters of loyalty for Trump fans and see if they can disrupt the "Big 3" wireless operators in the United States. AT&T Inc (NYSE:T), Verizon (NYSE:VZ) and T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:TMUS). T-Mobile U.S. could end up being the winner in the launch as it is the MVNO being used. T-Mobile also provides its network for other cheaper mobile offerings like Mint Mobile, Metro and U.S. Mobile. Trump's sons emphasize the importance of the Trump Mobile phones being made in the U.S., but questions remain about whether they will be from the start or if that is the future goal. The push for made-in-America phones comes as Trump battles Apple over their smartphones being made in China and India, with the president placing tariffs on phones made in other countries. The launch of Trump Mobile follows some celebrities who have dipped their toes in the telecommunications market. Ryan Reynolds was an investor in Mint Mobile, which sold to T-Mobile in 2023. Actors Will Arnett, Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes, the trio behind the "SmartLess" podcast, recently announced a new mobile company called SmartLess Mobile. One potential red flag and conflict of interest for Trump Mobile will be the president's involvement in the company and the fact that FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, a Republican appointed by Trump, will oversee the company's regulation. Trump and his family's launch of a mobile network follows several recent business ventures since he first became president, including a social media network, NFTs, bibles, sneakers, a meme cryptocurrency, and more. Read Next: Are you rich? Here's what Americans think you need to be considered wealthy. These five entrepreneurs are worth $223 billion – they all believe in one platform that offers a 7-9% target yield with monthly dividends Photo: Shutterstock Up Next: Transform your trading with Benzinga Edge's one-of-a-kind market trade ideas and tools. Click now to access unique insights that can set you ahead in today's competitive market. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? This article Donald Trump Wants You To Use His New $47 Mobile Plan With A $499 Gold Phone Made In America originally appeared on
TechCrunch
2 days ago
- Automotive
- TechCrunch
EVs dominate the most American-made cars index and it's not just because of Tesla
Tesla vehicles took the four top spots of the 2025 American-Made Index (AMI), an annual list calculated by that ranks qualifying vehicles built and bought in the United States. Tesla's dominance in the AMI isn't new. The U.S. automaker, which assembles its four light-duty passenger vehicles in Texas and California, has landed in the top 10 ever since it started participating in the annual ranking five years ago. This year, the Model 3 was ranked as the most 'American-made' vehicle sold in the United States. But here is what might surprise consumers — and even those who follow the industry: EVs took six of the top 10 spots in the American-Made Index. In addition to Tesla, the Kia EV6 and the Volkswagen ID4 took the 6th and 10th spots, respectively. The annual index ranks current model-year vehicles using five major factors, including the location of final assembly, percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts, countries of origin for all available engines, countries of origin for all available transmissions, and U.S. manufacturing workforce. Some 400 vehicles from the 2025 model year were studied to arrive at the 99 vehicles on the 2025 American-Made Index, according to Heavy-duty vehicles like the Tesla Cybertruck and the Rivian R1S, both of which are made in the U.S., don't qualify. The Kia EV6, which is assembled at the Korean automaker's West Point, Georgia factory, took another eyebrow-raising prize. The Kia EV6 contains 80% U.S. and Canadian parts, the highest percentage of any vehicle sold in America today. noted that only eight EVs qualified for the 2024 index. This year, 11 battery-electric vehicles made it on the AMI, including the Ford F-150 Lightning, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and the Kia EV9 SUV. And another 19 are hybrids and plug-in hybrids. The stats demonstrate 'the industry's push for electrification wasn't mere lip service,' according to The question is whether tariffs, higher prices, and the end of the federal EV tax credits (which the Senate has proposed in its tax and budget bill) will derail this electric trajectory?
Forbes
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Forbes
Cars.Com Releases Its American-Made Vehicle Index Amid Trump Tariffs
is posting its annual American-made vehicle index amid the Trump administration's tariffs intended to increase U.S.-made content for cars and trucks. The company released its findings today. The company conducted an embargoed Automotive Press Association briefing on June 11 in Birmingham, Michigan. evaluated 99 models for U.S. content. At the top for U.S. content is Tesla Inc.'s Model 3. The Texas-based electric-car maker held the first four slots in the analysis. Other models near the top were the Jeep Gladiator, the Kia EV6 and Honda Motor Co. models the Ridgeline, Odyssey, and Passport. 'International automakers make up 67% of vehicles on the list,' Patrick Masterson, a researcher said at the Automotive Press Association briefing. Not everyone knows how much U.S. content international brands have in their vehicles, he said. Still, said U.S.-based automakers still have a lot of American content. For example, Detroit-based General Motors Co. accounted for 15% of the index. The annual survey may take on more importance than in previous years. The Trump administration is emphasizing tariffs as a way to boost U.S. manufacturing. Tariffs are levied on imported goods. They are not paid from one country to another. Instead, importers pay a tax. The importers typically pass those costs onto customers. Vehicle prices will probably rise 'based on current policies,' David Greene, principal industry analyst, said at the APA briefing. 'The tariff picture is changing,' Greene added. says its survey says consumers are willing to pay more for cars and trucks, at least up to a point, if that results in more U.S. manufacturing jobs. The question is, 'Can consumers absorb further price increases on vehicles?' Greene said. The Trump administration also wants to de-emphasize electric vehicles. The administration of former President Joseph Biden wanted to boost EV deliveries. says electrification of vehicles is still expanding. 'It's happening,' Masterson said. 'It's slow.' says the auto industry overall is a major driver of the U.S. economy. 'No matter where a vehicle ranks' on the survey 'it has an impact on the American economy,' Masterson said.
