Could An All-American Brand Become Chinese-Owned? Yes - Here's How...

The U.S. auto industry has spent decades building barriers to keep out cheaper, more efficient foreign cars—from Japan in the ’70s to South Korea in the ’90s. Today, those same protections are shielding legacy automakers from a new threat: China’s fast-rising electric vehicle giants. Under Donald Trump’s second presidency, those barriers are stronger than ever—driven by economic nationalism, supply chain fears, and a broader push to “build it all in America.” The result? Chinese EV makers are effectively locked out of the U.S. market. But that doesn’t mean they’re out of options. As Canada begins to explore closer ties with Chinese automakers—potentially following Europe into a more competitive EV landscape—the U.S. risks falling behind. So what’s the workaround? Companies like BYD could enter the U.S. the back way—through partnerships or acquisitions of struggling American brands. It’s a move that could reshape the industry… and keep some legacy automakers alive. It sounds far-fe