The Cybertruck contains an impressive 65% of parts made in the US/Canada — just 5% under Honda Ridgeline, the title holder.
Tesla’s Cybertruck is making waves not just for its unique design and electric capabilities, but for being one of the most American-made trucks on the road today. You might think that a company known for its futuristic approach wouldn’t be this rooted in American manufacturing, but Tesla is turning heads once again.
Let’s talk numbers and not just the kind that shows up on a speedometer. A recent peek at the Cybertruck’s Monroney sticker – that’s the label on new cars that gives you the nitty-gritty on where it’s made and what’s in it – reveals some surprising stats. Around 65% of the truck’s parts come from the good old U.S. of A and Canada, while another 25% are sourced from Mexico. This means a whopping 90% of the Cybertruck’s components are from North America. In the world of trucks, those are some pretty patriotic digits.
The Monroney sticker of a Tesla Cybertruck Dual Motor AWD Foundation Series (quite a mouthful, I know) was shown in a video on YouTube’s UTECHPIA channel. The sticker not only gave us the price tag – a cool $101,985, including all those fees – but also confirmed that Full Self-Driving Capability comes standard. But before you get too excited, it’s worth noting that the sticker didn’t break down the costs of the Foundation Series package, which adds an extra $20,000 to the price.
The real talking point here is where the Cybertruck is put together. Everything’s happening in Austin, Texas – from the final assembly to the making of the electric motor assembly and the gearbox/transmission. Even the battery’s final assembly and the onboard charger’s final assembly points are right there in Austin.
So, what does this all mean? For starters, Tesla’s Cybertruck is joining the ranks of the most American-made vehicles, rubbing shoulders with the likes of the Honda Ridgeline, which currently holds the title for the most American-made pickup truck. But while the Ridgeline boasts about 70% of its contents being made in the U.S. and Canada, the Cybertruck is not far behind with its impressive 65% U.S./Canada parts content.
This detail might seem minor, but in an era where car manufacturing spans the globe, having a truck that’s mostly made in North America is a big deal, especially for those who value local manufacturing. It’s a significant point for Tesla, too, as they already have a reputation for producing American-made vehicles.
We’ll have to wait for the official numbers from Cars.com’s 2023 American-Made Index to see exactly where the Cybertruck lands in the rankings. But for now, keep an eye out for more news and maybe even more surprises from Tesla as it continues to blend innovation with American craftsmanship.
