Tag: Ford

Trump’s 25% tariff could be an existential threat to Canada’s recovering auto industry

Canadian and American flags fly near the base of the Ambassador Bridge connecting Canada to the U.S. in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. Cole Burston | Bloomberg | Getty Images DETROIT — There’s growing concern that President-elect Donald Trump‘s plan to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian imports would be an existential threat… Continue reading Trump’s 25% tariff could be an existential threat to Canada’s recovering auto industry

German FAZ: “How do I protect myself in the economic crisis?”008430

There is currently no good news from the auto industry. VW is considering plant closures, and Ford has announced that it will cut thousands of jobs. At many supplier companies, employees fear for their jobs. Bettina Schwarz’s company has also been discussing cost-cutting measures and possible relocations to cheaper production locations for quite a while.… Continue reading German FAZ: “How do I protect myself in the economic crisis?”008430

German Manager Magazine: Ford: US car maker donates one million dollars for Trump’s inauguration003855

According to other large US corporations How Amazon and Meta has too ford a donation for the inauguration celebrations of the new US president Donald Trump (78) announced. The car manufacturer is investing $1 million and is providing a fleet of vehicles, a spokesman said on Monday. Worry about tariffs The Republican’s planned tariffs on… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Ford: US car maker donates one million dollars for Trump’s inauguration003855

Atlanta’s Akins Ford: 2025 Raptor Details Released!

Akins Ford is proud to announce valuable research pages for the upcoming 2025 Ford F-150 Raptor, including specs, features, and powertrain options. ATLANTA, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Akins Ford, a trusted name in the automotive industry near Atlanta, is proud to announce the release of new, extensive 2025 Ford F-150 Raptor specs on its… Continue reading Atlanta’s Akins Ford: 2025 Raptor Details Released!

Europe’s embattled auto sector plans plant closures and layoffs

French tire maker Michelin will shut two sites in western France, affecting about 1,250 jobs, it said on Nov. 5. Automotive companies across Europe have announced plant closures and big layoffs as they struggle with weak demand, high costs, competition from China and a slower-than-expected transition to electric vehicles. Below are layoffs and site closures… Continue reading Europe’s embattled auto sector plans plant closures and layoffs

Maserati appoints Maurizio Zuares as Global Chief Commercial Officer

Maserati has announced the appointment of Maurizio Zuares as its global Chief Commercial Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Maurizio will take over from Luca Delfino, who is stepping down to explore new opportunities. Maserati has acknowledged Luca’s contributions during his tenure. Maurizio Zuares brings extensive experience and an international perspective to the luxury automotive brand.… Continue reading Maserati appoints Maurizio Zuares as Global Chief Commercial Officer

The Electric Explorer’s Nightmare Launch Shows Everything Ford Gets Right and Wrong About EVs

I asked Amko Leenart, director of design for Ford Europe, about why Ford used VW’s woeful controls in both the Explorer and the Capri, and he told me Ford worked with a partner to better the response on the sliders (but wouldn’t tell me how), then admitted that “we tried to improve it a bit—and… Continue reading The Electric Explorer’s Nightmare Launch Shows Everything Ford Gets Right and Wrong About EVs

Nio’s budget EV brand Firefly launches £16,000 hatch that’s bound for Europe

Chinese car maker Nio has unveiled the first car from its new Europe-bound Firefly brand that will focus on small budget electric cars. Dubbed the “small smart, high end electric car”, the EV – currently only known as Firefly – is positioned as a rival to the BYD Dolphin and Renault 5 in the growing… Continue reading Nio’s budget EV brand Firefly launches £16,000 hatch that’s bound for Europe

BEV market share in Europe rises to 17.4% in November

Monthly registrations of new passenger cars in Europe in November declined by 1.7% year on year. According to data from JATO Dynamics, 1,054,043 units were registered across 28 European markets in November, taking the year-to-date volume of new vehicle registrations to 11,847,573 units, an increase of just 0.8% compared to the corresponding period last year.… Continue reading BEV market share in Europe rises to 17.4% in November