Proudly American-Made: Honda’s Manufacturing Legacy and What It Means for Smail Honda Customers

When you visit us at Smail Honda in Greensburg, PA, you’re not just looking at vehicles that bear a Japanese nameplate—you’re experiencing automobiles with deep American roots. For over 65 years, Honda has been investing in America, creating jobs, and contributing to our national economy. Today, we’re proud to share Honda’s remarkable American manufacturing story and what it means for you as a Smail Honda customer.

A Legacy of American Manufacturing Excellence

Honda’s American journey began in 1959 with a small storefront office in Los Angeles. Fast forward to today, and Honda has built more than 32 million cars and light trucks in the United States over the past 40 years. This incredible achievement represents not just vehicles rolling off assembly lines, but a deep commitment to American craftsmanship, innovation, and economic growth. With 12 manufacturing plants across the country employing more than 22,000 American associates, Honda has invested a staggering $25.7 billion in its U.S. manufacturing operations. These facilities produce not only Honda and Acura vehicles but also their engines, transmissions, and components, along with aircraft, power equipment, and powersports products.

Made in America, Sold in Greensburg

When you purchase a Honda from Smail Honda, you’re often buying a vehicle built right here in America. In fact, nine of the top 20 vehicles in the 2024 American-Made Index are produced by Honda—a testament to the company’s commitment to domestic manufacturing. Many popular Honda models in our showroom come from plants just a few hours’ drive from Greensburg: • The iconic Honda Accord and Accord Hybrid are manufactured at the Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio, which began production in 1982 and represents a capital investment of $5.4 billion.• Other nearby facilities in East Liberty, OH and Greensburg, IN produce additional Honda models that make their way to our dealership. This proximity means your Honda doesn’t just support the American economy broadly— it supports regional jobs and communities throughout the Midwest and East, including our own Pennsylvania economy through the dealership network.

Pioneering American Automotive Manufacturing

Honda’s commitment to American manufacturing runs deep. The company was the first Japanese automaker to build engines (1985) and transmissions (1989) in the U.S. and the first to export U.S.-built cars to overseas markets (1987). This pioneering spirit continues today as Honda prepares for an electrified future. The company has announced plans to establish an EV Hub in Ohio with a $700 million investment to re-tool three plants, along with a new EV battery plant—a joint venture with LG Energy Solution representing a $3.5 billion investment. Honda’s vision is to make battery-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles represent 100% of its North American vehicle sales by 2040.

What Honda’s American Manufacturing Means for Smail Honda Customers

For you, our valued Smail Honda customers in Greensburg and throughout Western Pennsylvania, Honda’s American manufacturing presence offers several distinct advantages:

Quality You Can Trust

Honda’s American-made vehicles are built with the same exacting standards as those produced anywhere in the world. The company’s focus on developing skilled associates and implementing advanced manufacturing techniques ensures consistent quality across all production facilities.

Economic Impact Close to Home

When you purchase a Honda from Smail Honda, you’re supporting not just our local dealership and the jobs we provide in Greensburg, but also the broader network of American manufacturing jobs and the 665 U.S. suppliers that support Honda’s operations.

Reduced Environmental Impact

Vehicles built closer to where they’re sold typically have a smaller carbon footprint associated with transportation. Honda’s distributed manufacturing approach means many vehicles travel shorter distances to reach our dealership.

Parts and Service Advantages

With parts production facilities in the U.S., including engine and transmission plants, Smail Honda can often source components more quickly when needed for service and repairs, potentially reducing wait times for our customers. Experience American-Made Honda Excellence at Smail Honda At Smail Honda in Greensburg, we’re proud to represent a brand with such a strong commitment to American manufacturing. We invite you to visit our showroom to experience these American-made Honda vehicles for yourself. Our knowledgeable sales team can help you identify which models are built in which American facilities and guide you through the features and benefits of each. And when you drive home in your new Honda, you can do so with the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting American jobs and manufacturing excellence. Visit Smail Honda today and discover the perfect blend of Japanese innovation and American craftsmanship that makes Honda vehicles so special.

Experience American-Made Honda Excellence at Smail Honda

At Smail Honda in Greensburg, we’re proud to represent a brand with such a strong commitment to American manufacturing. We invite you to visit our showroom to experience these American-made Honda vehicles for yourself. Our knowledgeable sales team can help you identify which models are built in which American facilities and guide you through the features and benefits of each. And when you drive home in your new Honda, you can do so with the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting American jobs and manufacturing excellence. Visit Smail Honda today and discover the perfect blend of Japanese innovation and American craftsmanship that makes Honda vehicles so specia