French automotive supplier Forvia plans to cut up to 10,000 jobs in Europe over the next five years, in part through attrition, it said on Monday, becoming the latest auto industry player to react to falling demand and China's dominance. Shares in... — read more
UAW $1500 vehicle incentive
Thought this ended in Dec but still an active offer. So not only higher profit sharing and better Healthcare than GSRs but even better incentives to lease or buy a vehicle
Effort doesn't equal results
RTO doesn't necessarily address most of Fords current problems. Ford has had quality and cost issues for a lot longer than the remote work policy. RTO is primarily a knee jerk reaction to persistent problems combined with local, state, and federal... — read more
Not only do we lose money on every Mach e, we offer 0% financing for 72 months
We can’t give this junk away… “Ford Motor Co. slashed the cost of its electric 2023 Mustang Mach-E on Tuesday to be more competitive with Tesla and get the award-winning SUV into the hands of budget-conscious buyers. Prices are being reduced $3,100... — read more
Why trash talk UAW now?
I don’t get why Farley chose to trash talk the UAW now. I guess he wants investors to think Ford will cut costs by moving some production to lower cost places, but does he think there won’t be repercussions from the UAW? Does he have a strategy, or... — read more
New Recall: Even if we repaired it before.
Fix version 2.0. Didn’t know engineering gets mulligans on steering. Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2021-2022 Ford E-Series E-350 and E-450 vehicles with dual rear wheels over an issue with the power steering pressure line and the... — read more
America's EV bo-m goes bust
“‘I think what you’re seeing is the slope changing in how fast people are willing to purchase EVs right now because they’re expensive and there is concern about charging infrastructure,’ Alan Amici, CEO of the Center for Automotive Research told NBC... — read more
We have 104 days of inventory sitting with no buyers
The industry average is 80 days. The demand is weakening. That number of days of inventory is growing every week. 2024 is going to be a disaster for the auto industry. And we are in a worse position than any other domestic manufacturer. This could... — read more
Tech Specs
Have all the qualified candidates been " smart redesigned" ? Will Promoting unqualified F&F or DEI into the newly created positions make things even worse?
I wish we would start focusing on what customers want once again
We seem to be prioritizing everything else these days...
Another Doug Field all hands on Thursday?
What’s so urgent?
Question for those who have retired (on your own terms) and selected Annuity payment.
Question for those who have retired (on your own terms) and selected Annuity payment. How far in advance did you put in for retirement and start the process? HR online says 6 months? That sounds like a lot.
Ford cost cutting plan from 2023
Ford CEO said a lot of things, but no action. This is why the company Is in the toilet. None of what Farley said was implemented. ... — read more
The gift that never stops giving
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/02/16/uaw-threatens-to-strike-ford-kentucky-truck-plant-over-local-demands.html
The Fake Economy
Can someone please explain how we are not in a recession? Take for example the glut inventory of 2023 F150s (and it’s 2024 last time I checked). The company is holding back incentives and these vehicles are lot rotting. Homes: 30 year low in sales... — read more
Easy way to Boost Morale
Double the Bonus of GSRs-LL6 Admit lower profits were due to mistakes by the Leadership not GSRs. In the GTH show real metrics of what is being done to fix quality
They can't even get rto right!
If management can't implement a proper return to office, how can they possibly manage the sustained growth of a multi-billion dollar corporation like Ford? Our management team sits in modern clean facilities sporting fancy matching Ford branded swag... — read more
Subscription Revenue?
I was reading an interview with Farley, who said “We have half a million subscribers for software at Pro.” I’m not sure what all the available “subscription services’ actually are, but found this: Ford offers Viizr, a service tool that helps users... — read more
Roz Ho is on permanent leave
Apparently Roz Ho is on permanent leave... anyone know anything?
Farley “If I would have done my job”
Maybe racing less and working more.. https://www.autonews.com/executives/ford-ceo-jim-farley-regrets-letting-quality-woes-fester?utm_source=breaking-news&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20240215&utm_content=hero-headline
MACH E
Will it survive?
RTO announced in our "fully remote" org
3 days week in an org where the leader has been staunch that we are a remote org. This sends the message that no org is safe from RTO. If your area hasn't instituted 3 day a week mandatory RTO then it's just a matter of time.
New engine for my 2017 Escape and loaner car
Thanks Ford... I am getting a new 2.0L Ecoboost engine for my 2017 Escape and a free loaner car while it is in the shop. Certified Pre Owned Warranty is paying off big time. 65K miles... It like to sip a little coolant between oil changes. I was... — read more
UAW say adios to Ford
Great contract, won the battle, lost the war. https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/ford/2024/02/15/ford-ceo-says-company-will-rethink-where-it-builds-vehicles-after-last-years-autoworkers-strike/72612953007/
thumbs up for mister ford
as much as we have reason complain, it's nice to see the boss-man stepping up: https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2024/02/15/ford-raptor-marine-veteran-tyler-vargas-andrews/72596597007/ rumor is also that he was the one who toned down the... — read more
The demand for Bronco is over!
https://fordauthority.com/2024/02/ford-bronco-sales-numbers-figures-results-fourth-quarter-2023-q4/amp/ We have churned through the initial "it's new" demand. This means Bronco may not even be a product in another year or two.
I started full time fully remote in another state
I was hired to work from another state that isn’t Michigan or California. Will I have to relocate?
Billy and the Elites still don't get it!
"Ford CEO James Farley laid much of the blame for the losses on EV pricing - a known sticking point for consumers unwilling to pay thousands more for a vehicle while inflation is up and interest rates remain. high" Why is society being pushed into... — read more
Age Discrimination
Age Discrimination & Work Situations The law prohibits discrimination in any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, promotions, layoff, training, benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.
Ford Model e COO: 'We don't have a future' if EV market lost to Chinese automakers
Uh oh, Gjaja just admitted Ford doesn’t have a future (are you listening, Model e guy?): Detroit — The chief operating officer of Ford Motor Co.'s electric-vehicle division said Wednesday the development of EVs is more than just about environmental... — read more
Thoughts on Finance Townhall?
Got the mandatory call back for Tue/Wed/Thu starting in March. What were your takeaways?
Not sc--wed? Latest recall, Explorers turn.
Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2023 Ford Explorer models over an issue with the suspension system. The defect: in affected vehicles, the right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut may be loose or missing. The... — read more
Bonus
I kept hoping the company would do the right thing and bump up the bonus. 84% is just crazy low. They took care of the shareholders (along with the Ford family) but they didn’t make it right with the employees. It’s a hard pill to swallow especially... — read more
Merging ideas
There is always gloom and doom on this website. People need to lighten up. Let's start a fun rumor/idea. Let's say Ford and Tesla are merging. What would you name the new company? How about Fortesa Automotive!
Ford's Gen-2 Vehicles will be about as successful at the 1984 Ford Tempo.
During the 1980s, the Ford business was struggling to survive, and the Ford Tempo was partly responsible for saving the company from bankruptcy. In 1984, when the Tempo was released, it sold more than 400,000 units that year alone, and then went on... — read more
Looking for info on forming or joining a union.
Just as the title says. Can anyone be of assistance?
Article on why there is no more loyalty in the workplace
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careersandeducation/what-i-got-wrong-about-loyalty-at-work/ar-BB1i936r?ocid=hpmsn&cvid=1b9b8a0cdc774c528a3e1d842ed3b503&ei=11
Neve bet against Wall St. Ford revenue growth predicated to be low
https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/automobiles/nyse-f/ford-motor/news/ford-motor-companys-nysef-shares-lagging-the-industry-but-so/amp "Shifting to the future, estimates from the analysts covering the company suggest revenue should grow by 1.4% per... — read more