Ford to drop AM radios from most new vehicles in 2024
Ford Motor Co. says it is “transitioning from AM radio for most new and updated 2024 models," joining other automakers in dropping the feature.
Ford investing in $4.5B Indonesia nickel plant to supply Kentucky-built batteries
Ford is investing in a $4.5 billion nickel processing plant being built in Indonesia to secure mixed hydroxide precipitate for its upcoming electric vehicle batteries.
Ford CEO reveals EV reality: America 'cannot continue to import' batteries, earth minerals
Ford CEO Jim Farley claimed the all-American automaker would be willing to invest in domestic mining and rare earth mineral production to help EV battery supply.
Ford to lose $3B on EV 'startup' in 2023, turn profit on traditional vehicles
Ford expects its electric vehicle division to post a $3 billion loss in 2023 as it ramps up production, while its conventional vehicle operations are expected to turn a profit.
Ford recalls 1.5M vehicles over brake, wiper issues
Ford has recalled more than 1.5 million vehicles to address leaky brake hoses for some Fusion and Lincoln MKZ models, and windshield wiper arms on 2021 F-150s.
Ford recalling 18 F-150 Lightning electric pickups after battery fire
Ford is resuming production of the F-150 Lightning on Monday after an issue with its battery pack was resolved, prompting a recall of 18 trucks.
GM offers buyouts as part of cost reduction plan
Automaker GM will offer buyouts for most of its salaried employees and global executives but said the actions are not job cuts.
The $109K Ford F-150 Raptor R is so hot it costs much more than that
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R is a high-performance off-road model that is both the most powerful and highest-priced truck Ford has ever sold.
Ford to increase production of 6 models in 2023
Ford plans to increase its production, including electric vehicles, and add more jobs as U.S. auto sales begin to recover from 2022.
Ford is cranking up production of some top models
Ford is increasing production of the Maverick, Bronco Sport, Mustang Mach e and Transit van and looking to boost output of its top-selling F-Series.
Ford restarting electric F-150 Lightning production March 13 following battery fire
Ford is restarting F-150 Lightning production on March 13 after fixing an issue with its battery pack that led to a fire in the automaker's parking lot.
Ford February sales spike 21% on strong truck and SUV performance
Ford sales increased 21% compared to last February as production bottlenecks caused by parts shortages continue to ease, with trucks and SUVs leading the way.
Ford applies for patent that allows cars to self-repossess
Ford has reportedly filed for a patent on technology that could lead to cars remotely repossess due to non-payment.
Electric vehicles need AM Radio, former emergency officials argue
Auto makers including Ford, the maker of the F-150 Lightning, and Tesla have dropped AM radio from newer EV models over frequency interference concerns.
Ford extends F-150 production halt
The Ford Motor Co. on Friday announced it was extending the production halt of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck after a battery caught fire at a holding lot in Dearborn, Michigan.
EV price war leaving delivery and fleet vehicles in the dark
As Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, Ford and GM cut electric vehicle costs in fight for retail consumers, fleet and distribution industry is not being electrified.
Ford CEO Jim Farley grapples with problems from the auto maker’s past
Jim Farley hopes to return Ford to its roots, by streamlining production and offering fewer options. Says more job cuts necessary after recently cutting 6,800 jobs.
Ford confirms battery fire caused F-150 Lightning production stoppage
Production of the Ford F-150 Lightning has been suspended for several weeks due to a fire that occurred in one of the electric trucks before it was shipped to a dealer.
Ford halts production of electric pickup after ‘potential’ battery issue
The Ford Motor Company has announced the halt of production and delivery of its electric pickup truck, F-150 Lightning due to battery issues.
Ford cutting 3,800 European jobs in EV push
Ford will cut around 3,800 jobs in product development and administration in Europe as the U.S. automaker cuts global costs to expand more in electric vehicle market.



















