Yes, Ford is an American-made car company. Founded in Dearborn, Michigan, in 1903, it is one of the most iconic American brands. However, the question of whether a specific Ford vehicle is "American-made" is more complex. It depends on the model's final assembly location and the percentage of its parts sourced from the U.S. and Canada. For example, the Ford F-150, America's best-selling truck for decades, is primarily assembled in the U.S., using a high percentage of domestic parts. In contrast, the Ford EcoSport is a global model assembled in India.
The American Automobile Labeling Act (AALA) requires carmakers to disclose the percentage of U.S./Canadian parts content and the final assembly location. Furthermore, organizations like Cars.com compile an annual American-Made Index that ranks vehicles based on these factors, plus the number of Americans employed at the assembly plant. Many Ford models consistently rank high on this list.
| Ford Model | Primary U.S. Assembly Plant Location | AALA U.S./Canadian Parts Content (Example) | Notes |
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| F-150 | Dearborn, Michigan; Kansas City, Missouri | 60-70% | Often tops the American-Made Index. |
| Mustang | Flat Rock, Michigan | 55-65% | An American icon built domestically. |
| Explorer | Chicago, Illinois | 50-60% | A popular SUV with significant domestic manufacturing. |
| Ranger | Wayne, Michigan | 55-65% | Mid-size truck built in the U.S. |
| Bronco | Wayne, Michigan | 50-60% | Modern revival assembled domestically. |
| F-Series Super Duty | Louisville, Kentucky; Avon Lake, Ohio | 60-70% | Heavy-duty trucks with high domestic content. |
| Escape | Louisville, Kentucky | Varies by model year | Some versions may have lower domestic content. |
So, while Ford is unequivocally an American company, if your goal is to buy a vehicle that supports U.S. manufacturing jobs, you should research the specific model you're interested in using the AALA label and current industry indexes.
