“Ford's chief executive says he expects the cost of building electric vehicles to fall to the point that in coming years automakers will be battling each other for sales of EVs priced around $25,000. It currently costs much more to build an EV than... — read more 

How many more OEM engineers have to be laid off before people admit that this is an abusive industry? You have to look beyond the launches and at the many layoffs, not just in the plants but also those either canned because they weren’t fast enough... — read more 

I remember posting a few years ago (I tried to find it but had no luck) saying that we do have fat that needs to be cut but those people never get cut. I still held out hope, though. Years later, we've had many layoffs and lost so many good people... — read more 

The rumors about cuts are circulating and I don't know how big they could get, but it's clear to me that things are getting ugly here. I am already very serious about looking for a new job because I do not intend to wait for them to show me the... — read more 

Thus no leaks?

Savings and pension/lump sum?

So many things are wrong but if you try to speak up about it you become a problem and a target for the next round of cuts. Whether it's a process that needs to be streamlined, an abusive manager, or a desperate need to backfill some positions... — read more 

Data is everywhere, and I just don’t see a path to selling Ford data. First, every other vehicle manufacturer has the identical data from their vehicles. Second, my cell phone is also collecting the same data, but continues collecting when I park and... — read more 

Great fix. Bet customers are impressed with our solution! One of the more compelling features of the new, sixth-generation 2021-2022 Ford Bronco is its ability to be flat-towed, which is important for those that want to bring their Bronco along on... — read more 

Anyone here work in PD - with all these rumors of an upcoming layoff, I am getting increasingly more and more anxious. 23 years at Ford and my colleagues are saying that doesn't matter - that they are hiring younger and younger and promoting even... — read more 

And they claim this will create 3,000 jobs, while they plan to eliminate 6,000 jobs next quarter. Unbelievable untruthfullness.

I went through all the ups and downs here and now I'm counting the days until retirement. I thought I would be much happier as I approached retirement, but it happens that I am becoming more nostalgic and a little depressed. Anyone else about to... — read more 

You know is coming. This company cuts corners on vehicles that have been on development a lot longer. I shudder to think of the issues this thing is going to start having. I put the chance of no major recalls on the Lightning and next to zero!!

CarBuzz: EV Tires Worse For The Environment Than Tailpipe Emissions. https://carbuzz.com/news/ev-tires-worse-for-the-environment-than-tailpipe-emissions Hahahah!! A new study suggests even EVs aren't as eco-friendly as we thought. There's still... — read more 

I have witnessed a situation in which the superior criticized in front of everyone a new employee who has recently arrived here and from whom it is impossible to have the same expectations as from an experienced employee who worked here for a... — read more 

Let's face facts: the days when Ford was a great place to work, when it respected its employees, and when all of us were proud to say we worked here are gone. They are gone for good. Too much has changed in the company and beyond to ever get to that... — read more 

A member of my family who works for the Company just came home from work with a bag of salted caramel corn. He said they were given to all the employees at his location as a token of appreciation. These people are utter mo--ns.

I'm exhausted. Without any exaggeration, I feel totally drained. Motivation is zero, and the reason is that for months now I have been watching how lazy ones are being valued more than good, hard working people. When I first got the job here, hard... — read more 

New Class action suit on air bag inflators (not Takata). Only 3MM Ford vehicles impacted. Only 5000 of 51 million vehicles worldwide recalled. Are you feeling lucky?? For many years now, automakers that utilized Takata air bags in their vehicles... — read more 

What supplier is willing to make a huge investment to support Ford and there new divide and perish strategy. More of a puff piece for shareholders who are afraid that the stock price will fall below $10/share again. Don’t drink the Kool-Aid. Amid... — read more 

Ford Authority: Ford Escape, Lincoln Corsair Recalled Over High Voltage Battery Issue. https://fordauthority.com/2022/05/ford-escape-lincoln-corsair-recalled-over-high-voltage-battery-issue/ We've moved from 1 a week to 2+ a week.

Last year took away my wifes HEALTH benefits and gave us 500.00 to find a health care insurance company to rob you. 8,000 deductible, Thanks for your service because we are family orientated company. B.S..

Who will we blame if Ford is the supplier? Crash and burn ahead. Ford is in the midst of a major EV pivot with lofty goals as it aims to invest $50 billion and produce two million EVs annually by 2026. Ford CEO Jim Farley previously said that the... — read more 

The economic conditions are same for everyone right?

Can't make this up! Jalopnik: Ford's "Best in Class" Super Duty Payload Claim Was Based on a Bogus Truck. https://jalopnik.com/fords-best-in-class-super-duty-payload-claim-was-base-1848970666 Automotive News reports that Ford has agreed to pay a... — read more 

Anyone know when the next round of layoffs are? At first, heard they were going to be first week of June. Then it was August. Had to go to WHQ today and overheard 2 managers saying it was going to be in July. Who are they targeting? I... — read more 

Maybe someone is in a much better situation than me and has several other options, but I have to do my best to keep this job as long as possible. I believe many more people will be laid off by 2023. Does it even make sense to try to keep the job... — read more 

There have been too many lately, even for Ford. Who do you think is to blame? The ELT, middle management, or employees? I think mistakes happen when we're expected to cut corners to get something out before it's ready. Those decisions can only be... — read more 

We used to cancel platforms with this volume. As more reliable and affordable alternatives are available, Mustang Mach-E will tailspin into the ground. Better get lots of money for the limited amount of data on 25,000 vehicles a year. Ford Mustang... — read more 

He needs to be removed by the board. Podcasts, racing, all just a bunch of garbage. He’s not an engineer. He has no idea what he’s doing. Company is really messed up.

I am not sure if this leadership has any clear plan for the future of this company. They try to convince everyone that they do have it, but it seems as if they have completely lost direction. Thoughts?

Embarrassing (again) Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2022 Ford Mustang models over an issue with the front camera. The defect: in affected vehicles, the camera is misaligned, resulting in the camera not functioning as intended. The hazards:... — read more 

Laughed out loud, Scot Adam’s thinking of Ford: CEO: “Elon Musk made an offer for our company today. The Board plains to reject it because they think the company is worth twice as much as the offer.” Pointy Hair Boss: “How much did he offer?” CEO:... — read more 

A lot of older Ford employees seem afraid to quit and I can't figure out why. They're not even trying to find something else when there are many options available. I know people who haven't updated their resumes in over a decade. Is it seniority... — read more 

The last Eddie Bauer F150 was a 2010 model. Is anyone aware of plans for a Eddie Bauer or Harley Davidson F150 or maybe a Men's Wearhouse edition Lincoln product?