* Based on Manufacturing: Chevy has a much stronger claim to being "more American" in terms of manufacturing. While Honda has significant US manufacturing operations, a larger portion of Chevy's vehicles are built in the US, employing more American workers directly.
* Based on Ownership: Honda is a Japanese company, while Chevy is a division of General Motors, a US-based company. This makes Chevy unequivocally more American from an ownership perspective.
* Based on Design and Engineering: Both companies have significant R&D and design happening in the US, but the ultimate corporate control and decision-making reside in Japan for Honda and the US for Chevy.
* Based on Brand Identity & Marketing: Both brands cultivate a strong American identity through advertising and marketing strategies, but Chevy leans more heavily into the patriotic aspect.
Conclusion:
While Honda has a considerable US presence in manufacturing and contributes significantly to the American economy, Chevy is undeniably "more American" based on ownership and a higher percentage of US-based manufacturing. However, "more American" is subjective and depends on which criteria you prioritize.
