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[JeepHD]

Originally Posted by GPER

Honda's are made here in Ohio, they also have all their black top replaced every five years. so they do contribute to this states economy.

I have also "heard" that Honda has a preference to deal with other Japanese businesses to supply them. So even if an American business bid lower, they may still go with a Japanese business. I am near Anna, so I can definitely say Honda has helped the local economy.

I have a question to pose. Let's say you have a local mom and pop retail location selling chinese products. Do you support them, or do you still buy american (I think the Redwing example would fit this scenario). Seems to me that it would be better supporting a local business no matter where there product is made.

[blazerbrad]

Everybody has the right to their own opinions, but I don't understand how somebody can complain about an American company manufacturing products in a foreign country then also complain about a foreign company manufacturing products in America.

Honda is a perfect example of a foreign company that provides a huge economic boost to America, and the state of Ohio more specifically. I'm probably partially biased as I live in a community where Honda, both directly and indirectly, is by far the main employer and contributor to the local economy.

Does Honda prefer Japanese parts suppliers? I don't know for sure, but is it because they are from Japan or make a better part? I do know that many of these foreign parts suppliers have offices, distribution centers/warehouses, and R&D facilities in Ohio. And let's not forget that regardless of their preference there is no Japanese transport company, contruction contractors, etc... to use in Ohio.

So what's better, buying a Honda assembled in Ohio........or buying a GM, Ford, or Dodge assembled in Mexico or Canada? And keep in mind that the "domestic parts percentage" isn't that much higher for the "domestic" vehicles. I can tell you that Honda closing would have a significant impact on the state of Ohio, and a devastating impact on the local communities. If GM closed, not so much.

But anyway, enough of that. I'm not trying to say foreign companies are better or we should support them more than domestic companies, just simply throwing out some facts and view points. By the way, all 3 vehicles in my driveway are Chevrolets ('90, '03, '06).

[maddhatter]

F*CK Honda and Toyota. They don't do sh*t for us and if they were gone Ford or Cheby would have a plant in the same spot. That is just what I was talking about in my first post double talk BS. We all know good and well none of this will change so it's all BS anyway. I don't HATE Japan I just LOVE the USA.

Well ok, I do HATE Toyota. There EVIL!! I also LOVE Fords but this new line of Ford / Toyota coming out right now makes me sick! It's like sleeping with the enemy but I also understand Ford needs to do what it has to to stay on top.
I'll take a Mexican built Ford over any Jap junk built here just to have the Blue Oval on my truck.

And yes I do own 2 Zuks right now! LOL

[tinbeater]

Originally Posted by maddhatter

F*CK Honda and Toyota. They don't do sh*t for us and if they were gone Ford or Cheby would have a plant in the same spot. That is just what I was talking about in my first post double talk BS. We all know good and well none of this will change so it's all BS anyway. I don't HATE Japan I just LOVE the USA.

Well ok, I do HATE Toyota. There EVIL!! I also LOVE Fords but this new line of Ford / Toyota coming out right now makes me sick! It's like sleeping with the enemy but I also understand Ford needs to do what it has to to stay on top.
I'll take a Mexican built Ford over any Jap junk built here just to have the Blue Oval on my truck.

And yes I do own 2 Zuks right now! LOL

I very much agree. That why I drive a Chevy Tracker to work at a Dodge dealer.