Trump vows to bring back the auto industry to Michigan. But it never left.

Trump vows to bring back the auto industry to Michigan. But it never left.

RICK HAGLUND
JUNE 22, 2024 4:15 AM


(Michigan Advance) Goodbye, Motor City. Hello, “Auto Country?” Yee-haw!

Former President Donald Trump proposed Michigan’s new moniker during a recent roundtable discussion at a Black Detroit church filled with white people. You may have heard that Trump is seeking the White House again.

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Trump said he’s going to work with “our senator” to bring the industry back to Michigan. He probably was not referring to Democratic Sen. Gary Peters, who is considered one of the most effective lawmakers in Congress.

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The obvious fact is the auto industry never left Michigan. It certainly has had and continues to have its challenges, but it is still the state’s signature industry and is highly profitable.

Michigan autoworkers build about 19% of all cars and trucks manufactured in the U.S., more than in any other state. Twenty-six automakers have tech centers and other facilities in Michigan. Ninety-eight of the top 100 North American suppliers have a presence here. Sixty-five of those suppliers are headquartered in Michigan. ................(more)

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