How much of a typical US household is made in America?
In 2024, approximately 16 million new vehicles were sold across the US. Of those, around 45 percent were from American car companies, including major manufacturers like Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, which owns Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep.
The most popular vehicle sold in the US is the Ford F-Series pickup truck, which has maintained its position as America's top-selling vehicle for more than four decades.
However, while these companies might be headquartered in the US, all of them outsource parts or assembly to countries with lower production costs, such as Mexico, China, South Korea and Canada.
Bicycles
The vast majority (97 percent) of bicycles sold in the US are imported, with most coming from China, Taiwan, Vietnam and Cambodia.
Lawn mowers
Some 30 to 40 percent of lawn mowers sold in the US are produced domestically, with major brands like John Deere and Toro manufacturing a portion of their products in the US. However, the remaining 60 to 70 percent of lawn mowers are imported, primarily from countries like China, Taiwan and Vietnam.
Fishing gear
Approximately 60 percent of fishing gear - including rods, reels and tackle boxes - sold in the US is imported, with about two-thirds of these imports coming from China, according to the American Sportfishing Association.
Barbecue grills
The United States is a major importer of domestic cooking appliances, with barbecue grills alone accounting for at least $3.35bn in market value in 2024.
A large share of grills sold in the US are imported, mainly from China, Vietnam and South Korea. Several well-known brands, including Weber, Char-Broil and Traeger, have moved a significant portion of their manufacturing operations overseas, with much of it now based in China.
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