Where is Chevrolet vehicles made?
Chevrolet vehicles are produced at General Motors manufacturing facilities around the world, with major production in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, China, and Korea. As of 2024-25, the brand also relies on a combination of domestic and international plants to meet regional demand, including iconic models like the Corvette and the Bolt EV.
Global manufacturing footprint
Chevrolet operates a broad network of production facilities across several regions. The following sections outline representative sites and the types of vehicles they typically produce. Note that model assignments and plant utilization can shift as GM adjusts its lineup and electrification strategy.
United States production hubs
In the United States, Chevrolet maintains several high-profile assembly plants that manufacture pickups, SUVs, and performance cars.
- Fort Wayne Assembly, Indiana — Silverado/Sierra pickups
- Arlington Assembly, Texas — Suburban and other full-size SUVs
These facilities form the core of Chevrolet’s U.S. production, supporting both domestic sales and export programs.
Canada and Mexico
North American production is supported by plants in Canada and Mexico, reflecting GM's regional manufacturing strategy.
- CAMI Assembly, Ingersoll, Ontario — crossover models such as the Equinox
- Ramos Arizpe and other Mexican facilities — various Chevrolet models for regional markets
Canada and Mexico together help balance supply for North American demand and regional export needs.
International manufacturing
Beyond North America, Chevrolet is produced through GM’s international networks in South America, Asia, and elsewhere, often via joint ventures or regional plants.
- Brazil — part of GM’s South American operations (production of regionally popular small cars and SUVs)
- China — through the SAIC-GM joint venture, producing Chevrolet models tailored to the Chinese market
- South Korea — GM Korea plants that manufacture Chevrolet vehicles for local and certain export markets
These international facilities enable Chevrolet to serve diverse markets with locally adapted models and configurations.
What this means for buyers
For consumers, Chevrolet’s global manufacturing layout can influence model availability, trim levels, and delivery timelines. Regional production helps GM tailor offerings to local preferences while leveraging export opportunities. If you’re curious about where a specific model is built for a given year or market, Chevrolet’s official site and GM’s plant locator provide current details by model and production site.
Summary
Chevrolet’s production footprint spans a global network that includes major U.S. plants (Fort Wayne, Arlington, Bowling Green, Lansing, Orion), a Canadian facility (CAMI) and Mexican operations, plus international plants in Brazil, China, and Korea. The brand’s manufacturing strategy blends regional assembly with global export capabilities, reflecting GM’s broader electrification and market-focused approach. For the most up-to-date specifics by model year, consult Chevrolet or GM’s official plant locator resources.
How much of GM is owned by China?
No single entity in China owns a majority of General Motors, but Chinese state-owned enterprises are major partners in GM's China joint ventures, where ownership can be a 50/50 split or have a controlling stake held by the Chinese partner in some cases. For example, in its joint venture with SAIC Motor, SAIC-GM, each company holds a 50% stake. However, in some other joint ventures, such as the one with Wuling, SAIC has a 49% stake, while GM holds 44%.
- Joint Ventures: GM operates through various joint ventures in China with local partners, such as SAIC Motor. These ventures are often 50/50 partnerships, but ownership can vary by the specific venture.
- Controlling Stakes: In some cases, like with the Wuling brand, the Chinese partner holds a controlling stake (SAIC with 49%), while GM retains a minority stake (GM with 44%).
- No Majority Ownership: No single Chinese owner holds a majority share of the entire General Motors company, which is a publicly traded American company. Its ownership is widely distributed among institutional investors and individual shareholders.
Which Chevy models are made in Mexico?
Chevrolet Silverado: Some made in Silao, including the 1500 model. Ford Maverick: Made in Hermosillo. Ford Bronco Sport: Made in Hermosillo.
Are any Chevrolets made in the USA?
Yes, Chevrolet is an American brand, headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, with most of its vehicles and many parts manufactured in the United States. However, because it is owned by the global company General Motors (GM), some parts and assembly may occur in other countries, making it a product with global production as well as a strong American presence.
American-made aspects
- Headquarters: Chevrolet's parent company, General Motors, is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan.
- Assembly plants: Many popular models, such as the Corvette, Tahoe, Suburban, Silverado, and Colorado, are assembled in U.S. factories across the country.
- Parts manufacturing: A large percentage of components for many models are produced in the United States or Canada.
Global production aspects
- Global operations: GM has a global presence with manufacturing plants in various countries, including Mexico, Canada, Asia, and South America.
- International parts: Some components, especially electronics and certain cabin parts, are sourced internationally.
- Model-specific production: Depending on the model and year, some vehicles may be assembled outside of the United States.
Which car is 100% made in the USA?
No car sold in the U.S. is entirely made in America using only parts made in America. Not one single vehicle. Many vehicles from American companies, like Ford, Chevy, and Stellantis (which owns brands like Jeep and Ram), are assembled in Canada and Mexico.
