@Ford: Ford Invests $1 Billion (R15.8) to Modernize, Expand South African Manufacturing for All-New Ranger; Adds 1,200 Jobs

New advanced technologies and systems will modernize and grow the Ford Silverton Assembly Plant to support expanded production of the all-new Ranger pickup truck, starting in 2022 Ford will hire an additional 1,200 team members to support expanded production, bringing its workforce in South Africa to 5,500 employees. The investment also will create an estimated… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Invests $1 Billion (R15.8) to Modernize, Expand South African Manufacturing for All-New Ranger; Adds 1,200 Jobs

@Ford: Ford Reveals Bronco ULTRA4 4400 Unlimited Class Extreme Race Trucks to Tackle King of the Hammers Off-Road Race

  Bronco® is marking a new chapter in its high-speed off-road performance, debuting three all-new Bronco 4400 series race trucks at the 2021 King of the Hammers off-road event in Johnson Valley, California – a testing ground for the Built Wild™ outdoor brand All-star lineup of Bronco drivers includes Fun-Haver teammates Vaughn Gittin Jr. and… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Reveals Bronco ULTRA4 4400 Unlimited Class Extreme Race Trucks to Tackle King of the Hammers Off-Road Race

@Ford: Ford and Google to Accelerate Auto Innovation, Reinvent Connected Vehicle Experience

Ford and Google come together in first-of-its-kind partnership to create unique services and capabilities for Ford and Lincoln customers, and to accelerate Ford’s transformation plan Ford has also named Google Cloud its preferred cloud provider to leverage Google’s world-class expertise in data, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML) As part of this new, six-year… Continue reading @Ford: Ford and Google to Accelerate Auto Innovation, Reinvent Connected Vehicle Experience

@Ford: Here’s Why We’re Co-Creating Our Future with Google

David McClelland, Vice President Strategy and Partnerships, Ford Motor Company This is a pivotal moment for Ford Motor Company. The auto industry is undergoing seismic changes as new technology transforms the way people move. Most automakers already have decided if they want to lead change or cede it to others. We continue making clear through our… Continue reading @Ford: Here’s Why We’re Co-Creating Our Future with Google

@Ford: Ford to Manufacture Mustang Mach-E in China for Local Customers

All-new all-electric Mustang Mach-E will be manufactured by Changan Ford for customers in China Supporting firmware over-the-air updates, Mustang Mach-E will be equipped with Ford Co-Pilot360™ advanced driver-assist technologies and SYNC+ intelligent infotainment system Over-600km1 estimated range offers thrill of a Mustang with confidence in driving an electric vehicle SHANGHAI, Jan. 28, 2021 – Ford… Continue reading @Ford: Ford to Manufacture Mustang Mach-E in China for Local Customers

@Ford: Ford-owned Spin Announces Exclusive Partnership with Tortoise to Bring Remotely Operated E-Scooters to North American and European Cities in 2021

[SAN FRANCISCO, CA] — Spin, the micromobility subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, today announced an exclusive international alliance with software company Tortoise to bring Spin S-200 remotely-operated e-scooters to cities in North America and Europe in 2021. The company’s new Spin Valet platform makes it possible to remotely operate Spin’s fleet and automatically re-park scooters… Continue reading @Ford: Ford-owned Spin Announces Exclusive Partnership with Tortoise to Bring Remotely Operated E-Scooters to North American and European Cities in 2021

@Ford: As Traffic Deaths Spike During COVID-19, New Report Examines Unsettling Trend of Teen Drivers Speeding – and Dying – on America’s Roads

The Governors Highway Safety Association and Ford Motor Company Fund issue a new report that examines the role that speeding plays in teen driver fatalities – the leading cause of death for teens in the U.S. Between 2015 and 2019, teen drivers (16-19 years of age) accounted for a greater proportion of speeding-related fatalities (43%)… Continue reading @Ford: As Traffic Deaths Spike During COVID-19, New Report Examines Unsettling Trend of Teen Drivers Speeding – and Dying – on America’s Roads

@Ford: Influential Ford Global Design Head Moray Callum to Retire, Will Be Replaced by Anthony Lo, Formerly of Renault

DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 25, 2021 – One of the auto industry’s most influential design leaders will retire from Ford Motor Company this spring and be succeeded by an accomplished global industry veteran. Moray Callum will cap his 38-year product development career – more than half of which was with Ford – as the company’s vice… Continue reading @Ford: Influential Ford Global Design Head Moray Callum to Retire, Will Be Replaced by Anthony Lo, Formerly of Renault

@Ford: Ford Shares Connected Car Data with Other Manufacturers to Help Make Journeys Safer – Even if You Don’t Drive a Ford

Ford cars to share information about potential road safety incidents to help warn road users – including drivers of other manufacturer vehicles, as well as Fords – of hazards ahead Local Hazard Information connected car technology already warns other Ford drivers of safety incidents; now even more drivers will benefit from road safety warnings Reciprocal… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Shares Connected Car Data with Other Manufacturers to Help Make Journeys Safer – Even if You Don’t Drive a Ford

@Ford: Ford Motor Company Issues Safety Compliance Recall for 286 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor and Lincoln Aviator Vehicles in North America

About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification; mobility solutions,… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Motor Company Issues Safety Compliance Recall for 286 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor and Lincoln Aviator Vehicles in North America