Ford starts production of the Deutsche Post StreetScooter WORK XL van at its manufacturing site in Cologne, Germany Based on a Ford Transit chassis, the electric delivery van is fitted with a battery-electric drivetrain and a body designed and built to StreetScooter specifications Deutsche Post DHL Group and Ford are pioneers in the electrification of… Continue reading Ford Starts Production of Deutsche Post StreetScooter WORK XL Electric Delivery Van
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Seeing the Light: Ford’s Call for a Standard Self-Driving Car Language to Communicate Intent
By John Shutko, Ford Human Factors Technical Specialist for Self-Driving Vehicles Ford is calling on all self-driving vehicle developers, automakers and technology companies who are committed to deploying SAE level-4 vehicles to create an industry standard for communicating driving intent In real-world and virtual reality studies, Ford has tested a self-driving intent interface that lets… Continue reading Seeing the Light: Ford’s Call for a Standard Self-Driving Car Language to Communicate Intent
Ford F-Series Tops 70,000-Truck Mark for Seventh Consecutive Month, While Ford Expedition Sales Jump 27.4 Percent; Lincoln Navigator Sales Up 77.3 Percent
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company 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, autonomous vehicles and mobility solutions.… Continue reading Ford F-Series Tops 70,000-Truck Mark for Seventh Consecutive Month, While Ford Expedition Sales Jump 27.4 Percent; Lincoln Navigator Sales Up 77.3 Percent
Statement on United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company 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, autonomous vehicles and mobility solutions.… Continue reading Statement on United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Why Ford Is Taking a Quantum Leap into the Future of Computing
Why Ford Is Taking a Quantum Leap into the Future of Computing By Dr. Ken Washington, Vice President, Ford Research and Advanced Engineering, and Chief Technology Officer We live in an era where technology breakthroughs are paving the way for major changes in the way we move. Electrification is changing how we power our cars… Continue reading Why Ford Is Taking a Quantum Leap into the Future of Computing
The 100th Anniversary of the Rouge: Ford’s Legendary Automotive Factory Readies its Next Act
After making more than 28 vehicle models, including the innovative aluminum-bodied F-150, the Rouge’s Dearborn Truck Plan will soon make electrified F-150 models The Rouge helped build America’s middle class with the $5-a-day wage, provided jobs for disabled workers and profit sharing. Today, Ford and UAW are investing $35 million to expand a nearby facility… Continue reading The 100th Anniversary of the Rouge: Ford’s Legendary Automotive Factory Readies its Next Act
Ford Mobility CFO Neil Schloss to Retire
DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 20, 2018 – Ford Motor Company today announces Neil Schloss, vice president and chief financial officer of Ford Mobility, will retire Dec. 31 after a 36-year career with the automaker. In addition to being the founding CFO for Ford’s mobility efforts, Schloss served as the company’s treasurer during the Great Recession, playing… Continue reading Ford Mobility CFO Neil Schloss to Retire
Ford Issues Safety Recall in North America for Select 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX Vehicles for Door Striker Bolts
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company 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, autonomous vehicles and mobility solutions.… Continue reading Ford Issues Safety Recall in North America for Select 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX Vehicles for Door Striker Bolts
The Stakes Are High: Inside the Team Developing Ford’s New Generation of Electric Vehicles
The Stakes Are High: Inside the Team Developing Ford’s New Generation of Electric Vehicles By Darren Palmer, Ford Team Edison Global Product Development Director Ford’s all-new Mustang-inspired fully-electric performance utility arrives in 2020 with targeted range of 300 miles. You’d think after 28 years of working for the same company that nothing would surprise me. I’ve been… Continue reading The Stakes Are High: Inside the Team Developing Ford’s New Generation of Electric Vehicles
Ford Issues Safety Recall in North America for Select 2015-18 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab Vehicles for Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners
DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 6, 2018 – Ford is issuing a recall for approximately 2 million select 2015-18 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles in North America for driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners. Ford’s investigation found that some front seat belt pretensioners can generate excessive sparks when they deploy. When sufficient sparks… Continue reading Ford Issues Safety Recall in North America for Select 2015-18 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab Vehicles for Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners