Typical Ford style. Mgt can't lead so they drop in more beauracracy. Now all the waste of time for annual objs & performance reviews will now be done quarterly. They are delusional if they think this quarterly shtick won't become a time monopolizing... — read more 

Trading higher volume ICE platforms for ultra low volume EV’s. How much revenue will come from data from niche EV’s. Feels like we’re heading right into a brick wall. he 2022 Ford E-Transit – the all-electric version of the Ford Transit – was... — read more 

If you're part of a team, nobody ever tells you that management is going to SRD you, doesn't happen that way. There weren't any arguments or curses like in the movies. See, your HR comes with smiles, they come as your friends, the people who've cared... — read more 

It took me a few weeks after starting my new job to realize that people talking to me are just being friendly and not trying to find ways to push me under the bus. I was shocked when I asked my manager something and he went out of his way to help me... — read more 

Finally someone mentioned it - non-productive activities that waste a lot of time and energy. That is what bothers me a lot here. Management is so obsessed with details and non productive activities, it really annoys me. I wouldn't call it... — read more 

Is there updates for the super duty trucks production issue's? takes 1 year when you order a new truck

How is your department "returning to the office"? Mine is keeping WFH policy but you can come into the building as needed. We have a few back in the office full time because they couldn't stand remote work. Most are still completely WFH.

The main reason for this is that Ford does not hire the best qualified candidate for the job. Ford is focusing on diversity; therefore they will hire or promote you if you are black, or female. If you are not black, you are not considered as a... — read more 

From Motorius, all about our poor quality vehicles: And it’s all Ford’s fault… There are growing controversies about the new Ford Bronco, like the hardtops rattling, leaking, etc. or the EcoBoost engines suddenly giving up the ghost. You might... — read more 

We sold 6000+ in 1Q and customers have to wait more than 7 months for a low volume EV. This is our grand plan to succeed? Sketchy, at best. The Ford Mustang Mach-E has remained in high demand since its launch over a year ago, though like every... — read more 

Can’t make this up. $60k vehicle won’t charge. Priceless. Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2022 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring models over a charge port issue. The defect: in affected vehicles, the inlet charge port harness bus bar may... — read more 

I was told that offers of six months salary are coming in June. Sign up to leave by October 31st, and get six months pay. Supposed to be for PD folks. Not sure if other organizations will get the same. Anyone know anything about this? Thanks.

Quality decline has been happening for several years now. Meanwhile, the leadership claims that Ford is turning to improving quality. Will this finally happen, because I personally do not notice any improvement?

Described by one as “A pain in the Glass” Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2016 and 2020 Ford Transit Connect models due to a windshield adhesion safety issue. Select 2020-2021 Ford F-Series vehicles and 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E models were... — read more 

From the Freep. All EV’s sales not even half of devastated F150 volumes. False hope that Lightning will save Ford. The 1Q financials will also reflect devalue of Rivian stock. Will our new strategy work? Sales highlights for the first quarter... — read more 

I am currently at a pretty big tier 1 but I have a friend who is going through the process at Ford (went from TN to H1B last year) and another friend who works at GM (granted he is a manager) who went from TN to H1B and is now on his GC. I currently... — read more 

People need to get real about the value of any data a Ford vehicle collects. Currently, my iPhone is connected to my vehicle insurer via their app. The insurer knows everywhere I drive, how fast I drive, where I park my vehicle and for how long... — read more 

LOL. You think? Finger pointing, backstabbing, credit stealing and blame placing are key Ford skills. Those who excel in those key skills are quickly promoted.

Crown jewel of Ford takes another quality hit. Everything will be perfect when we transition to EV's! Don't drink the Kool-Aid. Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2021 Ford F-150 models over a sudden transmission shift issue. The defect: in... — read more 

VIA confirmed they have authorization from Ford and Ford transferred the money to them February 10th. They keep giving me new ticket numbers, four at this point, but still, they can't (won't) explain why they can transfer the money to my VIA... — read more 

Another week, more departures from Ford. From GSRs to LL5s, lots of rats jumping the sinking ship. As predicted, with all of these voluntaries, involuntaries will be superfluous. This in unsustainable, and as these losses mount, and dates are missed... — read more 

If we do one platform at a time maybe no one will notice. Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2022 Ford Transit models over a rearview camera display issue. The defect: in affected vehicles, the image processing module for the 360-degree camera... — read more 

Ford Joins Business Coalition Supporting Equality Act to Extend Rights to LGBTQ+ People

The hiring process is broken. Management hires people like themselves, not people with aptitude and skills. The firing process is broken. Management fires people who are threats to them (more skilled, more respected, more liked, better paid... — read more 

You all keep saying 'winning the EV race'. You must realize it is not the EV race per se that we Ford are trying to win. It is more of a race to gather, administer, use, and sell the data and connected data. Thats where the money and business... — read more 

Has it been removed?

Is anyone else seeing animosity from the opposing team? The people I worked with that are now E team have become arrogant, and frankly, I am offended by their attitude. My work is where the money comes from, but they believe I don’t have a future... — read more 

What does he know that the rest of us don't? Is a sale of the company imminent? A $25/share cash offer? Where Bill, buying at 50% of current prices, would stand to make a windfall! The real question is, will be get away with it? Or will the SEC... — read more 

So I remember that people used to always ask what the car market will be like in the in a few years so I decided I should answer. So I used to be a marketing and economics advisor for a large American car brand. During my career I had worked for a... — read more 

We are selling EVs. We are selling more EVs. Great, awesome, superb. But we are selling less cars overall. Where is the disconnect. Things haven't been this bad in a while. I think people just do not have money to be buying $50K EVs. They need... — read more 

We are going to cut our way to better quality! It will be interesting to see what cuts make quality improve. From the Detroit Free Ford Press: Ford Motor Co., faced with billions in warranty claims while at the same time needing billions to... — read more 

Ford booked the valuation of the investment in Rivian at $103.69 per share as of 12/31/21 for a total of $14.733 BILLION. Rivian was worth only $50.24/share on 3/31/22, so in Q1 financials we need to write down over $7 BILLION. This is going to... — read more 

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/2022/04/01/new-federal-rules-require-vehicles-average-40-mpg-2026/7223869001/ " Washington — Automakers will be required to dramatically increase the fuel efficiency of 2024 to 2026 model year... — read more 

WASHINGTON, April 1 (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co (F.N) is recalling 737,000 vehicles in the United States over a part that could develop an oil leak and a software error that could hinder braking, it said on Friday. The automaker is recalling 345,451... — read more 

How much did those four get that won the age dicrimination lawsuit?

I honestly don't see that the morale is any lower than it was in previous years. But okay, I'll believe those who say morale has never been lower. So what is it that demoralizes you the most? I ask, because I’ve noticed that most here fantasize... — read more 

That gap is huge at the moment. Does anyone think it will ever be reduced?

What would the average salary be for manager level 5?

The Most Stolen Cars Ford F-150 pick-up (Full size) (Source: National Insurance Crime Bureau) Ford’s answer to locks that don’t work to keep intruders out of your vehicle: We will sell you cameras with a monthly fee so you might (if they work)... — read more