Currently, international automakers export 751,000 American-made vehicles to nearly 130 countries annually. That is worth $30 billion to the U.S. economy, bolstering job creation, economic growth, and new investments across communities nationwide.
Share of International Automakers' U.S.-Made Exports by Region, 2025
Free trade agreements open markets and reduce barriers like tariffs and quotas — enabling the industry to source high-quality materials and build resilient supply chains — thus lowering the cost of vehicles for consumers. They also generate new and exciting careers and the creation of new American-made products to export to our trading partners overseas.
Autos Drive America is committed to advancing smart policies that support job growth throughout the automotive industry and enable a robust, well-equipped workforce to thrive.
Autos Drive America advocates for policies that will sustain growth, spark innovation, and promote good-paying, career-path opportunities.
International automakers provide American consumers with the most affordable options on the market, selling 88% of the U.S.-made affordable vehicles bought by Americans last year.
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