Three decades ago Honda made a daring decision to manufacture its models in the U.S. In 1982, Volkswagen was the sole auto manufacturer building vehicles within the United States. VW's production was not working as efficiently as they had anticipated which made some people doubt their operation. As John Voorhorst, a consultant and retired executive of auto-parts supplier Denso, puts it, Honda was "the canary in the coal mine."1 In other words, the Big H's Marysville, Ohio plant was a big gamble in an unfamiliar environment, and many were betting that its chances didn't bode well.
Which particular model was Honda prepared to take such a large risk with? Well, one of the most reliable models, the Honda Accord mid-size sedan. The Accord is now one of the top-selling models in the U.S. today, it's safe to say that Honda made the right choice in betting it all on their first venture in North American production.
The reality that Honda has successfully established such a strong production presence in North America over the past few decades is remarkable in itself. And, an even more impressive achievement has been creeping up for some time now. That would be the thirty-year anniversary of the plant's first Accord built on U.S. soil. It's hard to believe that it's already been thirty years, but it's true. And Honda has never once looked back since making the decision. If anything, they've used the choice as a reason to bring the production of even more of its vehicles overseas, as evidenced by its expansion from just the U.S. to Mexico and Canada as well.
What does this mean for you? Well, when you purchase or lease a new Honda at 8756 A Highway 17 Bypass South, you can guarantee that the model you're admiring was manufactured in the United States, as will future Honda vehicles for years to come.Source: 1http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/story/2012-03-26/honda-transplant-car-plants/53955900/1
