Tag: Ford
Ford To Create Canadian EV Hub In Ontario
Ford will invest more than $1.3B (US) to transform its Oakville Assembly Complex into the Oakville Electric Vehicle Complex, where it will produce EVs beginning in 2025.
Michigan Lands Ford’s New $3.5B LFP Battery Plant
Ford will build an LFP battery plant in Marshall, MI, part of the company’s more than $50 billion investment in EV production. The plant will employ 2,500 workers when production begins in 2026.
Ohio: Capturing Attention, And Investments
In 2022, megaprojects from the semiconductor and automotive industries are boosting the Buckeye State.
Ford To Create 6,200 New Jobs In Michigan, Ohio, Missouri
Ford's $3.7B Midwest investment across Michigan, Ohio and Missouri will support production of 2 million EVs a year by end of 2026, strengthen portfolio of gas-powered vehicles.
Ford Makes Massive Electric Vehicle Investment In Tennessee, Kentucky
Ford and SK Innovation will invest $11.4B and create 11,000 jobs in TN and KY to produce electric vehicles and advanced lithium-ion batteries. Plus, $90M will go to Texas for training.
2018 Economic Development Deal of the Year: Bronze Award
Detroit’s iconic Michigan Central Station will be restored to greatness as the centerpiece of Ford’s new 1.2 million-square-foot Corktown campus and mobility hub.
Drivers Not Wanted
With motor vehicle fatalities soaring, the auto giants are racing to get self-driving cars on the road.
Ford’s El Foldo
Ford's decision to cancel its plans to build a $1.6-billion assembly plant in Mexico is not a clear-cut victory for U.S. manufacturing.
Michigan Strategic Fund Approvals Will Create 1,893 Jobs
Business expansions, community revitalization projects, and more will generate nearly $450 million in investment throughout the state.
Ford To Add 2,000 Jobs, Invest $1.3B in Louisville’s Kentucky Truck Plant
Ford Motor Co. will create 2,000 jobs and invest $1.3 billion at its Kentucky Truck Plant (KTP) in Louisville to produce all-new 2017 F-Series Super Duty trucks.
Ford Selects Canadian Plant To Build New Global Utility Vehicle
Ford will build an all-new Edge utility vehicle for global markets at its Oakville Assembly plant, near Toronto, following a C$700 million investment to make the plant one of the most competitive and advanced global manufacturing facilities in Canada.
Kansas City, MO Assembly Plant Preps To Launch All-New Ford Transit
Ford has welcomed nearly 1,000 new employees at its Kansas City Assembly Plant to prepare for the launch of the all-new Ford Transit, which goes on sale in the United States this summer.
Ford Adds Jobs, Invests Millions In Buffalo Stamping Plant
Ford will invest $150 million in Buffalo Stamping Plant and add 350 new jobs at the facility to support future product growth.
Kiekert Expanding Its Operations In Southeastern Michigan
Employment at the company's plant, which is located in the Detroit suburb of Wixom, is expected to grow to more than 120 within the next 12 months.
BUSINESS REPORT: Missouri – Ford Invests $1.1 Billion In Kansas City Truck Plant...
Ford’s F-Series assembly line is adding more than 2,000 jobs to support high demand for F-150 trucks and new transit vans. From the July/August 2013 issue.
Tennessee Still No. 1, AL and KY Coming Up Fast In BF’s Automotive Manufacturing...
The Volunteer State is still out front in our annual auto sweepstakes, but two surging contenders are laying down markers for next year's contest.
FEATURE STORY: Thailand — Nuanced Nation, One-Stop Shop
Many site selectors are surprised to learn the country is an economic leader in Asia and a top-shelf business destination. From the May/June 2013 issue.
Auto Supplier To Build New Manufacturing Facility In Riverside, MO
Yanfeng USA Automotive Trim Systems, an industry leader in interior component supplies, to make $45 million capital investment.
Ford Opens Flat Rock, MI Plant To Produce Fusion
Ford opens new era at Flat Rock assembly plant, source of 1,200 new jobs and U.S. production home of the 2013 Ford Fusion. Sep 12, 2012 @ 11:19 AM
COVER STORY: 2011 Economic Development Deal of the Year Awards
Kentucky has a century-long tradition of building cars, going back to the Model T. A new long-term partnership with Ford will bring a bonanza of jobs to the Louisville region as the Bluegrass State sets its sights on becoming the top U.S. automotive manufacturing center.