The American University’s Kogod School of Business recently released its Made in America Auto Index that ranks vehicles sold in America as “Most American” by taking into account various criteria. The index was compiled by Associate Professor Frank DuBois, an (as described) expert in global supply chain management, and takes into account the following factors:
-Profit Margin: where the automaker’s global headquarters is located
-Labor: where the car is assembled
-Research and Development: where R&D of the car took place
-Inventory, Capital, and Other Expenses: location of assembly
-Engine and Transmission: location of production
-Body, Interior, Chassis, Electrical, and Other: location of production
-National Highway Traffic Safety Administration AALA “Domestic Content” Score
Source
GM Authority