Made in the USA: Celebrating American truck parts and components

When fleets buy American, they avoid price fluctuations from tariffs and inventory issues related to global supply chain disruptions. More importantly, buying American supports economic growth—vital to keeping your trucks rolling— and keeps your family and neighbors employed (ensuring they bring quality cuts of meat and premium libations to the next barbeque).

There’s also the multiplier effect to consider. A 2019 report from the Economic Policy Institute found that one job in non-durable manufacturing can create up to 7.4 new jobs in other industries. And what’s more durable than parts designed, engineered, and built in America to stand up to the rigors of the trucking industry?

There are too many of these manufacturers to list, but we routinely talk to and write about hundreds each year. And for STEMCO, at least, broadcasting that they make parts in the U.S. goes beyond flag-waving.

“For us, ‘Made in America’ is not about patriotism or stars and stripes, it's about how our purchasing decisions affect our communities,” explained Drew Coen, VP of marketing at STEMCO. “American labor is at the heart of it all; the people and their communities are what truly matter."

“When you choose to invest in something that’s made here at home, you’re not just buying a product; you’re investing in the people behind it,” he added.

For that reason, we decided to feature some of those manufacturers who support the trucking industry with American-made components and equipment for trucks and vehicle repair shops.

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