The “import” may have been made in the US and the “local” brand built over there. Granted either likely had parts from anywhere other than where they were assembled. Tarrif hits it all - quality is very much to the model. Stellantis, Mitsubishi are reminders.
American cars are way less reliable than imports, alwylays have been. It’s always cheaper to own an import because they need less repairs.
You and Trump have the same understanding.
The “import” may have been made in the US and the “local” brand built over there. Granted either likely had parts from anywhere other than where they were assembled. Tarrif hits it all - quality is very much to the model. Stellantis, Mitsubishi are reminders.