Tesla Dominates 2025 American-Made Index with Electric Vehicles Taking Top Spots
According to the annual American-Made Index (AMI) by Cars.com, Tesla vehicles have secured the top four spots in 2025. This achievement is not a new one for the U.S. automaker, as Tesla has consistently ranked in the top 10 since its participation in the ranking five years ago. The Model 3 has been named the most “American-made” vehicle sold in the United States this year.
What may come as a surprise to consumers and industry observers is that electric vehicles (EVs) have taken six of the top 10 spots on the AMI. Alongside Tesla, the Kia EV6 and the Volkswagen ID.4 have claimed the 6th and 10th positions, respectively.
The AMI ranks vehicles based on five key factors, including final assembly location, percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts, countries of origin for engines and transmissions, and U.S. manufacturing workforce. Out of 400 vehicles studied for the 2025 model year, 99 made it to the AMI list. Notably, heavy-duty vehicles like the Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian R1S were not eligible for inclusion.
The Kia EV6, produced at Kia’s West Point, Georgia factory, has garnered attention for containing the highest percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts among all vehicles sold in the U.S., at 80%.
In a shift towards electrification, Cars.com highlighted that only eight EVs qualified for the 2024 index, whereas this year, 11 battery-electric vehicles, including the Ford F-150 Lightning, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Kia EV9 SUV, made it to the AMI. Additionally, 19 hybrids and plug-in hybrids were included, showcasing the industry’s commitment to electrification.
However, concerns loom over potential obstacles such as tariffs, increased prices, and the proposed end of federal EV tax credits by the Senate in its tax and budget bill. These factors could potentially disrupt the upward trajectory of electric vehicles in the market.
