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Ford CEO under pressure to execute ambitious global strategy

The spotlight is on Ford CEO Jim Hackett and his ability to balance several significant challenges as the carmaker pursues new partnerships that complicate manufacturing operations while advancing a historic overhaul of its business in an increasingly uncertain global trade environment.Auto manufacturers are aggressively turning to alliances with one-time rivals to reduce the large investment costs needed to produce emissions-free vehicles and develop autonomous driving technology.Ford’s pending passenger vehicle with Volkswagen’s electric platform will only be available in Europe, due to U.S. consumer preference for larger sports utility vehicles and pick-up trucks.

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John Jraiche

John Jraiche, chief engineer for Lincoln Corsair, brings a wealth of experience to his newest role at The Lincoln Motor Company. Jraiche is responsible for all aspects of the new product, from development to concept to launch.

His extensive engineering background and experience in manufacturing and business has prepared him well for this highly complex position. “There are so many people working together on this vehicle,” says Jraiche. “So it’s a very cross-functional position, and I work closely with skill teams across the globe.”

A veteran of more than 25 years with Ford Motor Company, Jraiche has served as global chief engineer for Ford Fusion and Mondeo, and has held key engineering and management roles on Ford Explorer, Ford F-Series and Ford commercial vehicles. Having previously worked for Lincoln in the early 2000s, he has witnessed the brand evolve and transform over the years.

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Ford Motor Company Issues Safety Recall for Select 2019 Ranger SuperCab Vehicles for Right-Front Seat Belt Assembly Issue

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 Motor Company Issues Safety Recall for Select 2019 Ranger SuperCab Vehicles for Right-Front Seat Belt Assembly Issue

A Ford-Volkswagen alliance with Argo could redraw self-driving sector

An expanded alliance between Ford Motor Co and Volkswagen AG that includes a partnership in Ford self-driving unit Argo AI could redraw the balance of power in autonomous vehicles.Argo has been overlooked as Waymo, Alphabet Inc’s self-driving subsidiary, has deployed its robo-vans, and General Motors Co’s Cruise Automation subsidiary has raked in billions of dollars in investments.VW recently concluded a development agreement with Aurora, the Silicon Valley self-driving start-up that includes Hyundai Motor Co and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles among its customers. More sourcesA Ford-VW alliance with Argo could redraw self-driving sector (Reuters: Jul 12, 2019 at 12:39 AM)

Ford and VW Agree to Share Costs of Self-Driving and Electric Cars

Ford Motor and Volkswagen said Friday they would team up to develop self-driving cars and share electric-car components, significantly broadening an existing alliance and illustrating how automakers are putting aside rivalries to manage the astronomical cost of new technologies. The agreement calls for Volkswagen to purchase a stake in a Ford-backed start-up that is developing… Continue reading Ford and VW Agree to Share Costs of Self-Driving and Electric Cars

VW and Ford in self-driving and electric car pact

Volkswagen and Ford have said they will work together on developing self-driving and electric cars in an attempt to reduce costs on new technologies. VW plans to invest $2.6bn (£2.1bn) in Ford’s self-driving unit, which is valued at $7bn. The move comes after the duo said in March they would build vans together. The two… Continue reading VW and Ford in self-driving and electric car pact