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A Big Part of America's Economy.
A Bigger Part of America’s Future.

From the engineers designing next-gen components to the hands installing the final bolt, every part of our ecosystem matters. It takes precision, coordination, and grit at every level to drive innovation and keep 295 million vehicles on the road.

No part is too small. Vehicle Suppliers are a big part of what moves America forward.

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    477 Billion Parts-The Number of parts needed each year to build every new vehicle in the U.S.

    A Big Part of the Supply Chain

    Each year, vehicle suppliers deliver the 477 billion parts needed to build millions of new vehicles—powering assembly lines, innovation, and economic growth.

    Suppliers aren’t just making parts. They’re powering progress.

    USMCA Employment Graph- 734k Pre-USMCA, 930k Supplier Jobs Today

    A Big Part of U.S. Job Growth

    Since 2015, supplier jobs have grown by 27%—thanks in part to smart trade policies like the USMCA.

    Suppliers aren’t just growing. They’re building what’s next.

    930,000 Hardworking Vehicle Supplier Employees

    A Big Part of U.S. Manufacturing

    As the largest sector in U.S. manufacturing, vehicle suppliers employ over 930,000 hardworking Americans—from factory floors to engineering labs.

    They’re not just making parts. They’re creating careers.

    2.5% of the U.S. GDP

    A Big Part of the U.S. Economy

    Vehicle suppliers contribute 2.5% of U.S. GDP every year—driving innovation, investment, and long-term economic strength.

    They’re not just part of the economy. They help power it.

    295 Million Vehicles

    A Big Part of Everyday Life

    Whether it’s getting to work, delivering goods, or picking up the kids—295 million vehicles on the road depend on parts built by suppliers.

    They’re not just behind the wheel. They’re behind everything we do.

    Suppliers operate in all 50 states

    A Big Part of Every Mile, Every Day

    Vehicle suppliers operate in all 50 states and over 350 congressional districts—powering mobility in every corner of the country.

    They’re not just in your community. They’re driving it.

    Want to play a bigger part?

    Let our advocacy team know. We host fly-ins, all hands, virtual advocacy updates and more. Contact ______________ and let them know you want to play a bigger part in the conversation.

    Play Your Part

    There are 477 billion parts to our industry, from the components in a vehicle to the workforce that keeps it moving. One small part you can play today is starting and participating in the conversation online.

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