Is Ram Truck Production Moving from Mexico to Michigan?
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is considering moving the production of Ram heavy-duty pickup trucks to the United States if it receives the proper motivation from President Trump's administration
It’s no secret that one of President Donald Trump’s many goals on a rapidly-growing list is to bring automotive production back to the United States. His efforts have resulted in mixed outcomes, with companies like Ford cancelling plans for a new Mexican plant, while companies like BMW push forward with production in Mexico. Nevertheless, it would […]
Toyota to Add 400 Jobs & Invest $600 Million in Indiana Plant
After Trump threatened several automakers with hefty import taxes should they dare to create jobs in countries other than the United States, Toyota has announced it would invest $600 million in expanding its factory in Princeton, Indiana. Toyota said it would add 400 jobs to the Indiana plant to raise production capacity for the Highlander […]
President Trump Promises Auto CEOs He Will Reduce Taxes and Regulations “Bigly”
President Donald Trump, a throwaway Simpsons joke become horrifyingly real, recently held a meeting with top business leaders to discuss American manufacturing. Among those gathered was Fiat-Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne, Ford CEO Mark Fields, and General Motors CEO Mary Barra, who at one time was considered as a running mate for Trump’s rival, Hillary Clinton. […]
Musa Tariq Named Ford VP and Chief Brand Officer
Ford announced on Tuesday that Musa Tariq has been hired on as its vice president and chief brand officer. Tariq will focus primarily upon bolstering the Ford brand as it looks to expand beyond being solely automotive and incorporate mobility into its broader ethos. In addition to this role, Tariq has been elected an officer […]
Trump Meets with Tesla and Ford CEOs to Talk American Manufacturing
If there’s one thing Trump is likely to take seriously during his presidency, it’s US manufacturing jobs. It was the platform he ran on during the election and during the transition he had already met with top American executives on several occasions to discuss the matter. On his first full day as president, Trump once […]
Ford Announces Trio of Senior Leadership Appointments
Ford Motor Company has announced three senior leadership appointments that went into effect on January 1st. Bradley Gayton has been named group vice president and general counsel; Marcy Klevorn has been named group vice president of Information Technology and chief information officer; and Kim Pittel has been named group vice president of Sustainability, Environment, and […]
Ford Announces F-150 Hybrid, Mustang Hybrid, 300-Mile-Range EV SUV
Ford on Tuesday confirmed seven of the 13 electrified vehicles that it intends to introduce to the market over the next five years, including hybrid versions of arguably its two most iconic products: the Mustang and F-150. “As more and more consumers around the world become interested in electrified vehicles, Ford is committed to being […]
Details Begin to Emerge Regarding the 2018 Ford Fiesta
When it comes to the seventh-generation Ford Fiesta, let’s just say it’s better late than never. After months of speculation, spy photos, and fan forum gossip, the new Ford Fiesta is finally set to be revealed tomorrow, November 28th, at a special launch event in Cologne, Germany. Ford CEO Mark Fields will be on hand […]
Ford Takes a Stand During the Presidential Debate
No matter what side of the political spectrum you are on, last night’s presidential debate was truly a spectacle. Many brands were taking advantage of the trending hashtags to try and get some exposure, but one company decided to use the debate as time to get the facts straight about one of the Republican Party […]
Ford Plans to Offer Autonomous Vehicles for the Masses by 2025
Ford CEO Mark Fields recently made headlines when he fended off Donald Trump’s unsubstantiated claim that the automaker would “fire all [its] employees,” insisting in an interview with CNN’s Poppy Harlow that not a single job would be lost as the company moves all small car production to Mexico. Need a Quick Quote? Try the Black […]
Ford to Move Engineers to University of Michigan North Campus Research Complex for Autonomous Vehicle Research
Ford announced on Thursday that it will be teaming up with the University of Michigan to place its researchers and engineers at a new robotics laboratory located on the university’s Ann Arbor campus when it opens in 2020. When the North Campus Research Complex opens in 2020, Ford says it will install at least a […]
Ford to Move All Small Car Manufacturing to Mexico by 2019; Trump Responds
Ford CEO Mark Fields told investors on Tuesday that the company intends to move all of its North American small-car manufacturing operations to Mexico “over the next two to three years.” The automaker has recently come under fire for its investments in Mexico from the likes of Donald Trump, who addressed the issue at a […]
Report: Ford Model E to Be Offered as Crossover; Available as EV, PHEV, and Hybrid
Ford is rumored to be building its Tesla-fighting Model E at its small car assembly plant in San Luis Potosi by 2019 or so, which leads many to believe that Ford’s dedicated EV will be a sedan comparable to the Model 3. One of Ford’s Most Popular SUVs: The 2017 Ford Edge combines style and […]
Ford Lost a Customer’s Focus RS and Refuses to Talk to Him
Update #1: A spokesperson from Ford has contacted us with more information on this situation. It appears that Mr. Flynn was contacted directly by Ford after the story went viral on Reddit and informed him that his Focus RS was on its way to him. Ford says that they have been in contact with Mr. Flynn […]
Ford Announces Several Senior Leadership Changes
Ford on Monday announced a number of senior leadership changes affecting its operations in Europe and South America as well as its newly-established Ford Smart Mobility LLC. Barb Samardzich, the current vice president and COO of Ford of Europe, announced that she intends to retire on October 1st. Including her nearly three years in the […]
Ford Names Alvin Liu Vice Chairman of Ford Greater China
Ford Motor Company has announced that Alvin Liu will become the new vice chairman of Ford Greater China, effective immediately. Liu, the current vice president of Legal & Government Affairs, will take on his new role in addition to his current responsibilities. This move is the latest made by Ford in an effort to elevate […]
Ford Announces Leadership Changes in China, Asia Pacific, India
Ford announced this week that Dave Schoch, group vice president and president of Asia Pacific, will more closely oversee operations in China moving forward by adding to his responsibilities the title of chairman and chief executive offer, Ford China. “As our growth plans in China have developed, this market is delivering an increasingly important portion […]
Ford Announced New VP of Strategy, Controller
Ford has announced pair of leadership changes in its Strategy and Finance teams. Stuart Rowley was announced on Monday as the new vice president of Strategy; he had previously served as vice president and Controller of Ford Motor Company since April 1st, 2012, and he was also previously the CFO of Ford of Europe. Rowley […]