From the Detroit News: Ford cuts battery orders as EV losses top $100,000 per car Keith Naughton, Archie Hunter and Heejin KimBloomberg Ford Motor Co. has begun cutting orders from battery suppliers to stem growing electric-vehicle losses, according... — read more 

Great car now what a midsize EV no one will buy? Any rumors on plans?

Any (insert month here) layoffs reported as predicted?

For undisclosed “other opportunities.” Tells you there aren’t too many “opportunities” in Doug Fields’ organization these days.

Senior Mgmt sent out note manadting 3 days/ week onsite presence. LL5 and above are onsite all the time to motivate the troops. Also, employees dedicated to programs, collocated in program team rooms, are complying with the mandate. However... — read more 

I know it really doesn’t matter to Ford if it is around a holiday or not but just asking and yes I know everyone with a pension is on the chopping block.

.... I'd get a lawyer on retainer now. You've been warned.

How are we feeling about Tennessee, should we expect another oakville situation?

How are we feeling about Tennessee, should we expect another oakville situation?

Starting week of 06-10-24 through the month of June. And here and there through the next quarter. Just look at last town hall meeting. Ford is gradually sending everything overseas and to Mexico. Read between the lines. They pretty much said... — read more 

You all should check out the Beijing auto show on YouTube. US vehicles are 5 years behind the Chinese in design and technology. It's time for American to learn from the Chinese on how to design vehicles.

I'd like to know where all of these unfilled roles are. Seems to me all I see is companies getting rid of technical talent. Back in the day, an engineering undergraduate degree was a doorway into jobs with some of the highest paying starting... — read more 

https://247wallst.com/investing/2024/04/30/ford-needs-to-replace-chairman-revamp-board/ Finally someone got sick and tired of the sh-t show at Ford, and openly call Ford chairman to step down, and replace the family and friends board members. Thumbs... — read more 

Ford and now stellantis sending jobs to Brazil, Mexico, India. So long middle class. https://www.carscoops.com/2024/05/stellantis-hiring-50000-engineers-in-brazil-and-india-instead-of-150000-ones-in-america/

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/ford/2024/05/02/ford-april-sales-decline-hybrid-sales-peak/73539182007/ It's going to be a rough year. I've seen some items predictng 10%+ sales drop for the year. Not good.

https://www.teslarati.com/ford-electric-vehicle-losses-q1-2024/ Ford doubles down on EVs despite heavy losses in Q1 Stupid is as stupid does!

The Big 3 OEM auto manufacturers are no longer loyal to their humble beginnings. Take for example Honda and Toyota - look at stock price and company financials compared to GM, Ford and Stellantis. Toyota and Honda invest in the business and... — read more 

I wish people would stop defending Ford of today which only shares a name with the great company it once was. Yes, that name used to mean something, but only because there was something behind it that made it great. What we have today is neither... — read more 

US opens preliminary investigation into Ford's hands-free driving tech BlueCruise The U.S. auto regulator said on Monday it has opened a preliminary investigation into Ford Motor's hands-free driving technology BlueCruise after being informed of two... — read more 

Whether it's a fact or just a rumor, what good is there in knowing about imminent layoffs? You can't change whether you get it or not, and quite frankly, knowing about a layoff thats happening tomorrow or a week from tomorrow won't help you one bit... — read more 

The F-150 guy just got confirmation from the top crew. The week of 04/29.

Then we are laid off and if we do not get one we are safe. Someone else also sai the week of 4-29-24 would be massive layoffs for Ford Motor Company and Ford Credit.

When a good business manager makes a mistake, they admit it and fix it. The breakup into three divisions was supposed to highlight our profitable EV and software. It has actually exposed our weakness in both areas. Losing over $100k per EV sold is... — read more 

They're coming!!! LL6 and supervisors have the names.

They don't make them like they used to.

... And we su-k. Bad launches and quality issues continue to be to order of the day. Credit $326 million profit Pro $3 billion Blue $900 million. Model e -$1.26 million Blue and Model e worse than a year ago. If you aren't in Pro you're not... — read more 

What’s really going to happen if we don’t badge in 3 times a week to the office? I would like to work from home today because I am falling behind on work as I cannot get anything done in office.

I think they were right.

Seriously, these are the only two options. How much will his golden parachute be

I am pretty sure the Truck Company Spin off rumors are going to start again. Time for something to come out of the ashes of the debacle Ford has become. Seriously, Chris Farley? Sorry Jim, but not much difference in terms of auto expertise. Doug... — read more 

Could the Ford battery joint venture there be next? Here is the Detroit news article. Quite a lively comments section there, 456 and counting

I was going through some swags and I found a tablet cover that we handed out at events. It had a Ford Logo and a Go Further imprint. Got me thinking! Can you suggest a new slogan? Be creative!

And I did not think they were in as bad of shape as Ford. I see a lot of Jeeps on the road now. I barely see Fords anymore and every time I do see New Bronco or other Ford I think oh God I hope they don’t have all of the problems that I hear about... — read more 

Apparently a fair number of new hires for the MAP in Wayne, MI are going through training and orientation offsite at a Ford owned subsidiary place. SO what's the scoop?

I recall it being announced as a new company in January 2022, but what’s 3 months when you are wasting a million dollars every month. They have, over two years, managed to accumulate almost 50 followers on X, and zero credibility in the vehicle... — read more 

Not good signs. And the used car market is stayingy to bo-m again. All signs point to a car industry recession later this year or early next year. It's gonna get ugly around here. Anytime not in Ford Pro better be ready.