The author advocates for domestically manufacturing electric trucks in the U.S. to enhance resilience amidst current tariff and shipping challenges. While the manufacturing landscape is complex, particularly for retrofitting existing factories, the benefits include better visibility, quicker response times, and reduced dependency on foreign suppliers. Strategic advice includes prioritizing U.S. and North American sourcing of critical materials while considering geographic-friendly offshore options for other components. Additionally, companies should seek government-backed support for mining key resources and advocate for energy independence.
In my last Fast Company column, I shared my reasons for manufacturing my electric trucks in the U.S. I'm not alone.
Moving to most or fully U.S. manufacturing brings higher visibility, faster response time, and higher resilience to supply chain disruption.
Determine a priority ranking for the refining and raw materials you shift to in-country and North American sourcing.
Beyond the high-ranking product categories, move to domestic suppliers for primary materials such as steel, aluminum, cement, and plastics.
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