robertocarter+FollowWhy Ford Ditched Small Cars for Big ThrillsFord’s CEO just admitted they stopped trying to beat Toyota and Hyundai at the affordable car game. Instead, Ford is all-in on rides that spark joy—think Mustangs and Broncos—plus their trusty pickups. So if you’re wondering why you can’t find a new Focus or Fiesta, it’s because Ford realized selling fewer, pricier cars can actually boost profits. Sometimes, less really is more (especially if it comes with a V8 engine). #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Ford11Share
Evan Knight+FollowFord Pulls the Plug on F-150 LightningWhoa, Ford just hit the brakes on the F-150 Lightning! Turns out, dropping sales and the end of those sweet federal tax credits made it too pricey to keep making. Plus, the lack of charging stations isn’t helping. People are sticking with gas and hybrid trucks for now. Do you think other automakers will bail on electric pickups too, or is this just a speed bump? #Cars #Ford #F150Lightning757Share
dalemiller+FollowFord Ditches Escape & Corsair for EV GambleFord just axed the Escape and Lincoln Corsair in the U.S.—even though sales were up! The Louisville plant is shutting down for a year to get ready for a whole new wave of electric vehicles. The first one? A $30K compact electric pickup coming in 2027. Dealers are fuming since these were the cheapest Ford and Lincoln models. Is this a bold move or a big mistake? #Cars #Ford #ElectricVehicles10Share
Evan Knight+FollowFord Ditches Electric F-150 PlansFord just pulled the plug on its all-electric F-150 Lightning pickup! After losing billions and seeing less demand for EVs, they’re shifting gears to focus on hybrids and gas-powered trucks instead. Their Tennessee EV plant is even getting a makeover to build affordable gas trucks. Looks like the EV takeover is on pause as buyers want more options (and cheaper prices). Did you see this coming? #Cars #Ford #F150Lightning215Share
Robert Evans+FollowFord & Mazda: When Car Brands Break UpRemember when Ford and Mazda were basically car BFFs? That ended after the 2008 financial mess, when Ford had to sell off its Mazda shares to stay afloat. This breakup didn’t just change boardrooms—it changed what cars you see on the road. Now, Mazda’s teamed up with Toyota, and their Alabama plant is cranking out new rides. Proof that in the car world, breakups can lead to some interesting new matches! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Ford20Share
gordonangela+FollowFord Bails on Big Battery Deal—What’s Up?Ford just hit the brakes on a $6.5 billion battery order with LG, scrapping plans to power its future European EVs. Why? Ford’s shifting gears to focus on smaller, cheaper electric cars and hybrids—think more affordable rides, not luxury tech toys. For LG, it’s a scramble to find new buyers for all those batteries. For us? Expect more wallet-friendly EV options down the road, as Ford shops around for better deals. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Ford43Share
gordonangela+FollowFord’s $19B Pivot: What It Means for Your Next CarHeads up if you’re car shopping: Ford just admitted its electric car plans hit a speed bump, taking a $19.5 billion hit. Translation? Expect fewer pricey, futuristic EVs and more of what actually sells—think trucks, hybrids, and affordable electrics. If you’re eyeing a Ford, you’ll see more hybrid options and maybe some sweet deals on current EVs as they clear out inventory. Bottom line: Ford’s playing it safe, so your next ride might be more practical and budget-friendly. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Ford21Share
Evan Knight+FollowFord’s $55K EV Truck Flop: What Happened?Ford thought pricey electric trucks were the future, but turns out, not many people want to drop $55K+ on an F-150 Lightning. Sales tanked as prices soared, and now Ford’s taking a massive $19.5B hit and shifting gears to hybrids instead. CEO Jim Farley admits they missed the mark—people want affordable, practical rides, not luxury EVs. Guess the electric revolution is getting a hybrid remix! #Cars #Ford #EVs55Share
Nicole Morgan+FollowFord’s $19.5B EV Shock: What’s Next?Ford just dropped a jaw-dropping $19.5 billion write-off on its electric vehicle business, and it’s got everyone talking. Remember when EVs were supposed to save the planet and make gas cars extinct? Turns out, the climate change push has cost way more than expected, with Europe spending trillions and electricity prices soaring. Some are now asking: Is all this green spending really worth it, or is it just draining economies? Wild times for the auto world! #Cars #Ford #ElectricVehicles01Share
robertocarter+FollowWould You Pay $22K for a New Car Battery?Ford dealers are fuming after getting just $600 from Ford for electric vehicle battery replacements that cost over $22,000. Imagine your EV’s battery dies under warranty, and the shop gets barely enough to cover a few oil changes—except this is a battery that’s the price of a new car! This drama could mean longer waits and pricier repairs for EV owners if dealers start pushing back. Moral: always check the fine print on those warranties! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Ford20Share
