Is Chevy American-made?


If you're a Mandeville-area driver interested in a new Chevy, you may be wondering where Chevy vehicles are made. Is Chevy American-made? Get all the answers about who makes Chevy and where Chevy trucks are made in this guide from Bill Hood Chevrolet before stopping by our dealership near Hammond to experience the exceptional quality and performance of a Chevy firsthand!

Who Makes Chevy?

So, who makes Chevy? Originally founded in 1911 by automotive engineer and race car driver Louis Chevrolet, the brand has always been closely associated with other American car manufacturers, such as Buick. In 1918, Chevrolet was officially merged into General Motors and continues to innovate under GM to this day. Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, GM currently operates facilities worldwide to supply parts and vehicles for all its owned brands, including Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick. 

Where Are Chevy Trucks Made?

Though GM is an American manufacturer, increased globalization still begs the question: Where is Chevy made? And where are Chevy trucks made? Though several assembly plants exist in the United States, such as the Arlington Assembly plant in Texas and the Bowling Green Assembly Plant in Kentucky, other parts and assembly plants can be found in countries such as:

  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Egypt
  • South Korea
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • China

Is Chevy American-Made?

With such a global reach, it's no surprise that Slidell drivers wonder: Is Chevy American-made, considering its worldwide production? The answer is, undoubtedly, yes! While Chevrolet may have assembly and manufacturing plants across the globe, it also sells its vehicles in those places, making production in these locales necessary. Drivers in the United States will find that many of the most popular Chevrolet models make the top 100 on the Cars.com American-Made Index, including the Colorado, the Corvette, the Tahoe, the Suburban, the Traverse, and the Silverado 1500!

Learn More About Chevy Trucks & Vehicles At Bill Hood Chevrolet!

Now that you’ve learned more about where Chevy trucks are made, explore them for yourself at Bill Hood Chevrolet. Our financing team can answer any questions you may have about financing or leasing, and apply for financing online is quick and easy. Our Covington team looks forward to finding the best Chevy for your lifestyle!