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Cars.com’s 2025 American-Made Index

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Honda vehicles stand out from the crowd in many ways, including the 2025 American-Made Index from Cars.com. More Honda models made this list than any other manufacturer’s models, showcasing the fact that Honda plays an integral role in the American economy.

Made in America Honda Vehicles

Honda and Acura had eight models in the top 20 of the 2025 American-Made Index. Honda has consistently been in this list since it was first created in 2006 by Cars.com. Honda has been committed to building vehicles using domestic and global parts for 40 years. The models in the top 10 include:

  • Honda Passport - SUV
  • Honda Ridgeline - pickup
  • Honda Odyssey – minivan

The Honda Pilot, Accord, Acura MDX, RDX, and Integra were listed in the top 20. The Passport, Pilot, Odyssey, and Ridgeline are made in Alabama. The Ohio plant produces the Accord, Acura RDX, MDX, and Integra. Many of these models are designed by US engineers, including the Passport, Pilot, and Odyssey.

US Manufacturing

Almost two-thirds of the vehicles sold at US dealerships are made right here in America, which is second of any auto manufacturer. Both domestic and global parts are used in the manufacturing process. Honda has eight plants here in the US, which are located in Alabama, Ohio, Indiana, and Georgia. These plants manufacture vehicles and engines. Over the past 40 years, Honda has produced over 30 million vehicles right here in the US. These models include both cars and light trucks. Honda spent more than $30.6 billion on parts and supplies from US companies that were used in the construction of vehicles in 2024 alone.

Honda’s American History

Honda began its existence in America as the American Honda Moto Company in 1959. Today, the company has more than 30,000 employees in America who are involved in development, manufacturing, sales, and service of Honda and Acura vehicles along with Honda powersports products, power equipment, and the HondaJet advanced light jet. Honda has 23 R&D facilities here in America.

Top Honda Models

Honda models have received numerous awards, including the models that made the top 10 for Cars.com. The Passport is rugged and tough with plenty of features to make off-roading fun. Featuring the second-generation i-VTM4 AWD System, this model can take on the biggest off-road challenges to get where you want to go.

The Honda Ridgeline is just as capable with the iVTM4 AWD System for going off the beaten path. Thanks to the off-road tuned suspension, you can handle more obstacles and a rougher ride. Intelligent Traction Management lets you tackle slippery surfaces with confidence as all-terrain tires provide a stronger grip.

Enjoy a comfortable ride for your family in the Honda Odyssey with plenty of room in each row and the latest entertainment options. Passengers can be entertained with the 12.8-inch screen for the Rear Entertainment System.

If you live around Yuma, Somerton, or Fortuna Foothills, you can see these and all Honda models in person at Yuma Honda. Stop by today or contact us to schedule a test drive of one of the models in our inventory.

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