On December 18, Ford announced it is recalling 272,645 electric and hybrid vehicles in the U.S. because of a parking function problem that could lead to them rolling away.
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) noted that the recall concerns 2022-2026 F-150 Lightning battery-electric pickups,

On December 18, Ford Middle East and North Africa unveiled the new 2026 Ford Everest at the Liwa International Festival, featuring a Middle East-exclusive 2.7L V6 EcoBoost engine. The company also introduced the region’s newest off-road-focused variant, the Everest Tremor.
The 2026 Ford Everest is powered by a 2.7L

On December 19, Ford China launched the Bronco New Energy, its first versatile intelligent off-road SUV model. The model is available in five EV (battery electric vehicle) and REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 229,800 to CNY 282,800.
The Bronco New Energy measures 5,025mm l

On December 17, production of the Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair officially ended at the Louisville Assembly plant, as that facility now undergoes a USD 2 billion dollar retooling in preparation for a new mid-size all-electric pickup built on the company's Universal EV Platform scheduled to enter production in 2027

On December 16, it was reported that Ford began distributing the new 2026 Edge to dealerships in Mexico, marking a significant shift for the nameplate with the introduction of a three-row layout and a hybrid powertrain.
The 2026 Ford Edge is powered by a hybrid system producing 271 hp and 298 lb-ft of torque, paired

On December 16, LG Energy Solution (LGES) announced in a regulatory filing that Ford Motor has terminated its long-term EV battery supply agreement, citing changes in the policy environment and weakening demand for EV.
Under contracts signed in October 2024, LG Energy Solution was to supply 34 GWh of batteries to Fo

On December 15, Ford announced a new revised strategy for its EV and ICE efforts that will enable the company to face the changing marketplace and accelerate margin improvements across its Ford Model e, Ford Pro and Ford Blue divisions, as well as launch a new energy storage business. Ford said the moves will begin

The Ford Oakville Assembly plant in Canada is currently undergoing a major retooling to prepare it for production of the Ford Super Duty starting in 2026, which could be exported to markets other than the U.S., especially if the current USMCA agreement is not renewed. Construction of the new stamping building is exp

On December 11, SK On announced it and its joint venture partner Ford mutually agreed "to restructure their U.S. EV battery manufacturing joint venture, BlueOval SK" as SK On directs its business to focus on growth areas including energy storage systems.
As a result of this restructuring, the BlueOval SK Battery Par

On December 10, Ford acknowledged that its Chinese rare-earth magnet ‌suppliers ‌were included in the first batch of new export licenses issued by Beijing to boost shipments and reduce shortages of the vital components.
The so-called ‍general licenses were agreed after Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump met in S

Ford is reported to be preparing a new compact crossover for Europe, likely to be called Bronco, and built in Spain alongside the Kuga in Valencia, Spain, according to a source familiar with Ford’s plans. The model will feature a traditional two-box SUV design inspired by the more rugged Bronco Sport, which is built

On December 9, Renault Group and Ford signed a strategic partnership to develop two Ford-branded electric passenger vehicles for Europe, helping both companies strengthen their position in the fast-growing EV market.
The two EVs will be built on Renault’s Ampere platform and produced by Renault Group in northern Fran

On December 9, Ford announced the next phase of its European transformation. The plan centers on three pillars, strengthening the Ford Pro commercial vehicle division, expanding the passenger car lineup with distinctive new models, and optimizing its industrial system to drive scale and cost efficiencies.
The compan

Announced on December 4, 2025, Mazda and Ford celebrated the 30th anniversary of AutoAlliance (Thailand) (AAT) on November 27. Established in 1995 as a USD 500 million joint venture between Mazda and Ford, AAT has become one of the world’s most advanced automotive plants and a key driver of Thailand’s automotive indu

On December 1, Ford Pro announced major upgrades to the E-Transit Custom electric van in Europe, including a new all-wheel-drive (AWD) system and an improved larger battery offering longer range and faster charging. The new updates will be available from early 2026.
The upgraded E-Transit Custom will now be available

On November 25, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa announced that it will introduce revised line-ups of the locally assembled Ranger and the seven-seater Everest SUV in the first half of 2026. 
The revised Ranger line-up will come with a new 2.3L EcoBoost gasoline engine, offering 222 kW of power and 452 Nm of tor

On November 21, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), Ford China exhibited the new Mondeo sedan and the Bronco New Energy all-scenario off-road SUV, while announcing a new global brand proposition, “Ready Set Ford”.
Available in 1.5T fuel, 2.0T fuel, 1.5T hybrid, and 2.0T hybrid v

On November 19, Ford Trucks presented two new products at Solutrans in Lyon (November 18-22): the next generation of the Ford F-Max as a traditional diesel and the F-Line E, Ford’s first entry into the electric truck sector. The electric F-Line E model is the result of efforts at Ford Otosan in Turkiye, a joint ventu

A lawsuit resulting from Ford Motors’ change of plans for a new EV truck was filed in Oakland County Circuit Court. Nexteer is being sued by tier-two supplier Swoboda Inc., after Ford decided to postpone its next-generation P800 TE1 full-size electric pickup program until at least 2028.
Swoboda, a German supplier wit