The company started going downhill when it decided to put profits over people. It wasn't always like that, just ask anybody who's been here for a few decades. We used to have job security and we used to know that hard work would forward our career... — read more 

I've only been here less than a year. Despite the job being very stressful, I'd love to keep it as long as possible. I thought Ford didn’t cut people who have only been here a few months, but I recently heard that it’s not at all unusual here. How... — read more 

Meaning how many people took it (full-timer's) as well as how many people got laid off via contracts? Someone posted in another post that the target for VSSP is 1000. Might be a good gauge to predict who might take this years package.

Just got my 2 years in full time and I will be turning 50 by end of this year. I got the offer yesterday and my stomach sank. Would trying to go to another department be recommended that won't be affected by the voluntary offer? At a bare minimum via... — read more 

https://seekingalpha.com/article/4439986-evs-wont-save-ford?mail_subject=f-evs-won-t-save-ford&utm_campaign=rta-stock-article&utm_content=link-2&utm_medium=email&utm_source=seeking_alpha

Are they offering buyouts to salary in manufacturing plants or is it just specific areas so far?

I wonder how many people will take the package that Ford is offering? I head they are giving a maximum of 6 months salary for people with more than 20 years of service - which is really disappointing and that is why I do not believe there will be... — read more 

Didn’t we just have a Woke fest very recently?

Term should be Bailout not Bailment, of course Ford will ask dealer to floor plan. From Auto News: Newly manufactured Ford F-150 pickup trucks are seen waiting for missing parts in Dearborn, Michigan Newly manufactured Ford F-150 pickup trucks are... — read more 

Meets functional requirements AND is lean, light, and reliable with few connectors. In this video Ford Mach E is shown as the bad example but other Tesla competitors are no better. https://youtu.be/m1kHsd3Ocxc

Anyone get the logic here using a problematic trans on a new platform? From Bronco6G.com: Doesn't inspire much confidence in this transmission. "People who own 2020 Ford Explorers have reported a wide range of 2020 Explorer transmission problems... — read more 

Lincoln is a dying brand and not sure why its even considered a luxury brand. Looks like it will continue to plummet further in the rankings until its off the charts (or out of business). Fancy leather seats are not the key to a trustworthy... — read more 

WASHINGTON, July 16 (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co (F.N) said on Friday it was recalling about 775,000 Ford Explorer SUVs worldwide for a steering issue linked to reports of six injuries in North America. The recall covers 2013-2017 model year vehicles... — read more 

So sad, eroding the brand: Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2020-2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks due to issues related to the rear axle housing spring seat. The defect: in affected vehicles, the rear axle housing spring seat interface may... — read more 

The Maverick is just a hybrid Sport Track. It’s nothing earth shattering. When the Tesla Cybertruck comes out, no one will want a Ford truck. Also, gross about the food and cookies. Just a cheap copy of what Google has been doing for years... — read more 

From Auto News. Looks like some financial tomfoolery is needed for 2Q. You know Ford is pushing dealer network to buy unfinished trucks and SUV’s. As stated, what dealer would floor plan a vehicle they can’t sell. Can’t fix stupid at Ford (but... — read more 

Freep article :https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2021/07/12/ford-gm-chairman-gender-neutral-language/7937432002/ What's that saying? "Go woke Go broke"......Ford is right on schedule, cause sure as heck looks like they are in the process... — read more 

VSSP offered again, similar to the offer 2 years ago. This time it is not company wide, only offered to "select departments". Any guesses which departments? IT would be at the top of my list.

From Ford Authority: Destination and delivery charges are one of those things that car shoppers have come to expect and have little choice but to pay. Many assume that this charge is precisely what it costs the manufacturer to ship a vehicle to a... — read more 

That time of year again folks. Time to mask a US salary employee layoff under the guise of early separation to "Balance company needs". Rather, out with the old, in with the new, and send more salary jobs to Mexico and China. Simply put, here's our... — read more 

A friend recently received an offer of employment for an LL4 position that he is debating accepting after finding this site. He had no idea this universe existed. With all the layoffs and voluntary separation programs, should he be running for the... — read more 

Heard today that offers are coming very, very soon. This is from a petty reliable source who has been correct in the past. Not sure if it’s company-wide or certain groups..... stay tuned.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0iLZ0IMKdtQ

Is Ford the worst company/ among the worst companies you’ve worked for? As someone has already mentioned, there are many who say that nowhere is the grass much greener than at Ford. Yet I have changed multiple companies and my worst experience was... — read more 

What's the latest buzz my Ford family?

The new mask policy is interesting. You only have to wear a mask if you have not had a vaccine but there is no requirement for proof of vaccine. There is no way to ensure that this is followed. I think most people have now seen how this is working... — read more 

Emails from Chuck Gray regarding Voluntary Salaried Separation Program in VESC area this afternoon. Apparently must be some interest cause he then sent out a clarification saying only Business Ops and Industrial. platform digitization and... — read more 

So I have been at Ford close to 2 years and to be honest, I am getting burnt out. What is the acceptable norm (timewise staying within your current position) before you start looking for a position at another department?

So far all I’ve noticed is that “top performers” are always the a-s kissers, friends, family and manager’s favorites with performance being completely ignored. How sad is that? Basically no one seems to be rewarded who puts in an honest day’s work... — read more 

Wedbush rates GM as outperform, says stock will trade like a tech company and jump more than 50%. No mention in their report of Ford making that transformation, despite the BILLIONS of dollars we’ve poured into no so “Smart Mobility.” Also... — read more 

New math??? All declines offset by “active order book.” Ford sales decreased 26 percent to 110,886 units: Ford Bronco sales totaled 801 units Ford Bronco Sport sales totaled 8,355 units Ford EcoSport sales decreased 27.56 percent to 3,520... — read more 

A recall was issued for select 2017-2019 Ford Super Duty pickups back in December of 2019 addressing tailgates that could open unintentionally. In affected trucks, the latch-release switch allowed water to come into contact with the truck’s wiring... — read more 

Advice from an oldtimer. Things have changed from when I was young, when working hard meant something. Now, you need to work smart. If you're too good at what you do, your superior could see you as a threat and then you're done for. Just do what you... — read more