Are Chevy Trax made in Korea?
Yes, the Chevrolet Trax is manufactured in South Korea. The Trax is a compact crossover SUV that has been produced by General Motors since 2012, and the majority of Trax models sold globally are assembled at GM's manufacturing facilities in South Korea.
Chevrolet Trax Production Locations
The Chevrolet Trax is primarily produced at two GM manufacturing plants located in South Korea. The main production facility is the GM Korea Bupyeong Plant, which has been assembling the Trax since its introduction in 2012. The Trax is also produced at the GM Korea Changwon Plant, another major manufacturing site for GM in South Korea.p>
In addition to the South Korean production, a small number of Trax models are also assembled at GM's manufacturing facilities in Mexico and China to serve those regional markets. However, the vast majority of Trax vehicles sold globally, including in the United States and Canada, are sourced from the South Korean plants.
Reasons for Korean Production
- Lower manufacturing costs in South Korea compared to the United States or other developed markets
- Proximity to key Asian markets where the Trax is popular, such as China
- Existing GM manufacturing infrastructure and skilled workforce in South Korea
- Ability to leverage free trade agreements between South Korea and other countries to facilitate exports
By producing the Trax in South Korea, GM is able to keep costs down and efficiently supply the global demand for this compact crossover model. The Korean-built Trax has proven to be a successful and popular vehicle for Chevrolet around the world.
