Ford targets $30,000 EV with new battery strategy
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Ford aims to launch a $30,000 electric pickup in 2027 using a new EV platform.
The company is cutting battery size, parts and assembly time to lower...
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Ford CEO discusses potential joint ventures for Chinese automakers in the U.S.
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A JV framework could introduce Chinese-backed vehicles into the U.S. retail network under American-controlled partnerships.
Increased global competition may pressure pricing, margins and inventory strategies at the...
EV demand drops 30%, forcing Detroit Three to cut investments
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Dealers should prepare for a renewed emphasis on internal combustion trucks and SUVs as OEMs rebalance production.
Inventory mix and floorplan planning may shift as EV allocations...
Ford targets Model e profitability by 2029 amid EV strategy reset
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Ford’s shift toward affordable EVs under $40,000 could improve showroom traffic and volume opportunities.
Lower-cost battery platforms and extended-range EVs may ease consumer range anxiety and inventory...
Ford posts largest quarterly decline, projects 2026 rebound
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Despite the fourth-quarter miss, Ford’s F-Series trucks and Ford Pro commercial fleet operations are expected to drive profitability, signaling stability for dealers reliant on these high-demand segments.
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Ford to expand regional field support for small U.S. dealers
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Ford will add 106 regional zone managers to directly support small-volume dealers.
The initiative aims to improve allocation, warranty handling, and dealer access to field support.
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Ford, Xiaomi deny report of US EV joint venture talks
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Ford and Xiaomi both denied a report claiming that preliminary talks were underway for a U.S.-based EV joint venture.
Chinese EV makers continue expanding in North America despite...
Ford expects $600M pretax pension-related Q4 charges
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Ford’s $600 million pretax charge will lower reported earnings but leave adjusted results and cash unchanged.
Pension plans remain fully funded, with no impact on expected 2026...
Ford names Lisa Drake president of new Ford Energy unit
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Ford appointed Lisa Drake to lead its newly launched Ford Energy battery storage business.
The automaker is repurposing battery plants toward stationary energy storage after scaling back...
Ford faces congressional scrutiny over Chinese battery partnership
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A U.S. lawmaker is questioning Ford’s partnership with Chinese battery maker CATL.
Ford plans to repurpose Kentucky and Michigan plants for LFP and energy storage batteries.
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