Acura And Honda Share The Lead For The Highest Number Of Models In The Top 20 Of The Cars.Com 2024 American-Made Index. They Dominate All Other Brands, Placing Nine Models In The Top 20.
The Honda Passport, Ridgeline, and Odyssey, all proudly assembled in Alabama, distinguish themselves by ranking among the top 10 in the 2024 American-Made Index. An impressive nine models from Honda, including its luxury division Acura, secure positions within the top 20, showcasing the brand's dominant presence more than any other. Notably, the Ridgeline earns acclaim for the fourth consecutive year as the most American-made truck. Reflecting Honda's strong commitment to domestic manufacturing, approximately 70% of the Honda vehicles sold in the U.S. are produced on home soil.
Honda excels in the automotive industry, achieving a remarkable presence in the Cars.com 2024 American-Made Index®. With an impressive three cars in the top 10, surpassing other brands, Honda and Acura see nine of its vehicles celebrated in the top 20. This achievement underscores Honda's steadfast commitment to manufacturing in America, a principle that has positioned the company at the forefront of the American-Made Index since its inception by Cars.com in 2006. Honda's dedication to quality, innovation, and American manufacturing excellence shines through in this accolade, affirming its leadership in creating vehicles that resonate with American drivers and contribute significantly to the U.S. economy.
The 2024 American-Made Index has unveiled its rankings, spotlighting the top vehicles that exemplify the pinnacle of American craftsmanship and innovation. Leading the charge are three outstanding models from Honda: the Passport SUV, the Ridgeline truck, and the Odyssey minivan, all securing prestigious positions within the top 10. Additionally, the refined Honda Accord, alongside the Acura MDX, Honda Pilot, and Acura RDX, have distinguished themselves among the top 15, a testament to their exceptional quality and American-made heritage.
These models, especially the Passport, Ridgeline, and Odyssey, owe their birth to the brilliant minds of Honda's U.S.-based engineers. Remarkably, all three are exclusively manufactured in Alabama, underscoring Honda's commitment to excellence and its investment in American manufacturing prowess.
Reflecting on this extraordinary achievement, Bob Schwyn, the senior vice president of Honda Development & Manufacturing of America, LLC., expressed, "The cornerstone of Honda's success is undeniably our dedicated associates, whose unwavering commitment to excellence fuels the creation of superior, American-made products for our valued customers. Our pledge to continually invest in our workforce and each Honda auto production facility across the U.S. remains steadfast. This investment not only ensures the sustained production of our internal combustion engine (ICE) and hybrid-electric vehicles amid robust customer demand but also propels us toward the anticipated initiation of electric vehicle (EV) production in Ohio by 2025."
Honda and Acura Models in Cars.com Top 20
Highlighted here are the distinguished Honda and Acura vehicles that have secured their places within the top 20 rankings on the American-Made Index®:Model
Vehicle Production
Engine Production
Transmission Production
2. Honda Passport
Lincoln, Alabama
Lincoln, Alabama
Tallapoosa, Georgia
5. Honda Odyssey
Lincoln, Alabama
Lincoln, Alabama
Tallapoosa, Georgia
6. Honda Ridgeline
Lincoln, Alabama
Lincoln, Alabama
Tallapoosa, Georgia
12. Acura RDX
East Liberty, Ohio
Anna, Ohio
Russells Point, Ohio
13. Honda Accord
Marysville, Ohio
Anna, Ohio
Russells Point, Ohio
14. Honda Pilot
Lincoln, Alabama
Lincoln, Alabama
Tallapoosa, Georgia
15. Acura MDX
East Liberty, Ohio
Anna, Ohio
Russells Point, Ohio
16. Acura Integra
Marysville, Ohio
Anna, Ohio
Russells Point, Ohio
18. Acura TLX
Marysville, Ohio
Anna, Ohio
Russells Point, Ohio
For our 2024 American-Made Index, Cars.com meticulously examines several key factors to determine how American-made a vehicle truly is. These include where the vehicle is assembled, how many parts are sourced from the U.S. and Canada, the origins of its engines and transmissions, and the ratio of U.S. factory workers to the company's total workforce. Our website offers more insights into the methodology and findings of the Cars.com 2024 American-Made Index.
Honda's U.S. Manufacturing Excellence: A Commitment to Local Production and Innovation
Honda is proud to highlight its enduring commitment to manufacturing excellence within the United States, solidifying its position as a leader in local automotive production. In 2023, an impressive 70% of Honda vehicles sold in the U.S. were assembled domestically, with Acura vehicles boasting a 100% U.S. manufacturing rate. This achievement places Honda among the top rankings of major automobile manufacturers for local production, underscoring our dedication to supporting American jobs and craftsmanship. Our operations across the United States are a testament to our dedication to innovation and local manufacturing. With state-of-the-art car manufacturing facilities strategically located in Ohio, Indiana, and Alabama, Honda has been a pivotal force in the automotive industry for over four decades. Our American teams have proudly assembled over 30 million passenger cars and light-duty trucks, contributing significantly to the U.S. economy and the automotive sector. 2023 marks a milestone in Honda's journey of excellence and investment in the United States. Our expenditures on American goods and services have soared to over $36 billion, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to fostering strong relationships with local suppliers. Specifically, $29.1 billion was invested in parts and materials from OEM suppliers across 34 states, ensuring that Honda vehicles meet and exceed American drivers' expectations.
Our legacy in the U.S. began in November 1982 at the Marysville Auto Plant, making Honda the pioneering international automaker to manufacture cars in the United States. Since then, our efforts have significantly expanded to include one of the most diverse manufacturing networks in the country. Our facilities are not just automotive plants but hubs of innovation, where over 23,000 dedicated employees work tirelessly to produce more than a million vehicles, 1.5 million engines, and a vast range of power equipment and sports products every year. We're also pioneers in aviation, producing the advanced HondaJet and GE Honda turbofan engines.
Honda's investment in its U.S. manufacturing operations totals over $19 billion, with nearly $2.4 billion invested in the last five years alone. Our extensive collaboration with 620 original equipment suppliers in the U.S. further cements our role as a critical player in the American automotive industry, having procured over $520 billion in parts from the U.S. since 1979.
At Honda, we believe in the power of dreams and the importance of making them a reality in our communities. Our investment in U.S. manufacturing is a testament to this belief, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and the American worker.
