Earlier this year, analysts warned that President Donald J. Trump’s Made in America trade agenda would “deal a serious blow to automakers,” “cut sales by millions,” and “increase prices.”
It appears these so-called “experts” missed the mark:
- In 2025, new U.S. vehicle sales increased by 2.4% — marking the industry’s strongest performance since 2019.
- Automakers are flourishing.
- Ford announced its best annual sales since 2019.
- General Motors experienced a significant boost in overall vehicle sales, achieving its best year for SUV sales in decades.
- Stellantis saw an uptick in Jeep brand sales for the first time since 2018.
- Honda recorded its highest U.S. sales performance since 2021.
- Hyundai achieved record U.S. sales.
- Tariffs have had no negative impact on vehicle prices.
This success underscores President Trump’s vigorous commitment to Making Driving Great Again:
- Consumers choosing made-in-America vehicles can now deduct auto loan interest, thanks to President Trump’s landmark One Big Beautiful Bill.
- Trump’s trade agenda has catalyzed significant investments in U.S. production from various automakers, including Ford, Hyundai, Stellantis, General Motors, Honda, Toyota, Scout Motors, Rolls-Royce, Mercedes-Benz, Kia, Nissan, and others.
- President Trump’s administration rolled back burdensome Biden-era fuel economy standards that were projected to add nearly $1,000 to the average cost of new vehicles—saving Americans billions in the long run.
- The Trump Administration also rescinded the unpopular vehicle stop-start requirement, approved the production of affordable and efficient “tiny cars,” revoked state-level electric vehicle mandates, and implemented various measures to counteract hidden cost increases imposed by Democrats.
