Ford to build F-150 trucks without some computers due to semiconductor shortage
Disruptions in the global supply chain are rippling into production as companies like Ford are producing unfinished vehicles that will be held in factories for weeks.
Ford rolling out hybrid work plans - a sign of more remote work in America
On Wednesday, Ford told its 30,000 employees that the auto manufacturer would allow workers to work from home indefinitely. They'll commute to work mainly for group meetings and projects best suited for face-to-face interaction.
Ford asks dealers to loan new F-150s to Texans to power homes amid historic cold
After a Texas resident posted a photo of his F-150 helping him charge appliances and keeping his home warm, Ford asked dealers in the state to loan out the trucks to others struggling to stay warm.
Electronic chip manufacturer shortage cause Big 3 auto production slow down
"I had an analyst refer to these as the digital screws of the car," Jeff Gilbert said. "They're not glamorous but you can't make a vehicle without them."
Ford lost $1.28 billion in 2020, promises to double investment in electric vehicles
Ford, crushed by a huge restructuring, a costly recall, and a decline in its pension value fund, lost more than a billion last year. However, it still beat estimates on Wall Street.
NHTSA rejects Ford and Mazda request, must recall 3 million vehicles with Takata airbags
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Ford and Mazda must recall about 3 million vehicles that use Takata airbags. They include several options from Ford like the Ranger, Fusion, Edge, and the Lincoln MKX and MKZ.
Ford invests $150 million at Sterling Heights plant, adds 200 new jobs at Dearborn plant
Ford announced almost a billion dollars in new investments and several hundred new jobs at Michigan plants in Sterling Heights and Dearborn.
On first day as Ford CEO, Jim Farley shakes up management
Ford's new CEO had a busy first day on the job, replacing the CFO and pledging stronger profit margins in the future.
Ex-UAW president Dennis Williams pleads guilty in embezzlement scheme, admits to 'looking away'
Former UAS President Dennis Williams admitted in court that he 'deliberately looked away' when he suspected union dues were being used for golf, lodging, meals, and more.
Ford recalls 700,000 vehicles because backup camera can distort images, go dark
Ford is recalling 700,000 vehicles in North America because the backup cameras can distort images and sometimes suddenly go dark.
California governor signs executive order to ban gas-powered cars and trucks
This rule, if not halted by a court challenge by the oil and gas industry and the Trump administration, would make California the first U.S. state with a plan to phase them out completely.
Ford adding 300 jobs to help build batteries for new electric F-150
Ford says it will add 300 jobs at a new factory that's being built to assemble batteries and manufacture an electric version of the F-150 pickup truck.
Ford cutting 1,400 jobs, offers early retirement incentives to salaried workers
Ford Motor Co. will offer early retirement incentives with hopes of cutting its U.S. white-collar workforce by 1,400 more positions.
Ford cutting 1,000 salaried jobs in North America, report says
Ford is shedding 1,000 jobs in North America as part of cost-cutting measures that began two years ago.
GM, Ford complete US contracts to build thousands of ventilators
Both Ford Motor Company and General Motors are no longer producing ventilators for the United States, as both have fulfilled their contracts.
Smart park garage experiment underway in Corktown
A combination of Ford's cars, Bosch's technology and Bedrock's infrastructure are experimenting with a smart parking structure in a Corktown.
New Ford Bronco assists in a Motor City marriage proposal
Their three-year relationship began in Colorado where they fell in love. This summer the couple traveled to Michigan to spend time with family. All along, Daniel knew he was going to pop the question.
Retiring Ford CEO Jim Hackett opens up on the company's future, Bronco rebirth and dealing with a pandemic
He is ready for his next adventure, recently announcing he was retiring in October. He speaks with Roop Raj about the new Bronco, the future of Ford, and how COVID-19 changed everything.
Plans for first self-driving corridor announced in Michigan from Detroit to Ann Arbor
Michigan officials are holding a news conference Thursday, August 13 at 1 p.m. to announce a major mobility-related project in southeast Michigan.
Woman clay models at Ford Motor Co. just like her grandfather did for 40 years
A Michigan woman is following in her grandfather's footsteps, becoming a clay modeler at Ford Motor Company just like her grandfather.