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2026
Ford announces pledge not to sell customer driving data to data brokers
Ford announced a privacy pledge that it would never sell customer driving data to third-party data brokers. Ford said it would also strive to protect customer data using aggregation and anonymization, explain how it uses personal information, and let customers adjust how much data they share.
2026
Ford announces two new EV chargers
Ford announced two new EV chargers that will allow its forthcoming Fathom pickup truck to deliver power to a home or the grid. Ford said the chargers would cost about half as much as its existing equivalent products.
2026
Stingray-powered Ford and Lincoln streaming radio apps launch
Stingray announced the launch of Ford Streaming Radio and Lincoln Streaming Radio apps, which are rolling out in select Ford and Lincoln vehicles in the US and Canada.
2026
Ford Motor Company and Think Less launch 'La Caravana'
Ford Motor Company and Think Less have launched 'La Caravana', as reported by Little Black Book.
2026
China's SAMR unconditionally approves Geely Holding's acquisition of 34% stake in Ford Espana
On October 12, 2026, China's State Administration for Market Regulation published its list of concentration cases unconditionally approved between September 21 and 27, 2026, which includes Zhejiang Geely Holding Group's acquisition of equity in Ford Espana, S.L. Under the transaction announced on July 23, 2026, Geely pays EUR 221 million for a 34% stake; Ford, previously the 100% owner, will hold 66% after completion and the two will jointly control the Spanish passenger-car company.
2026
Ford reports Q3 2026 U.S. sales decline of 6.6% and retains No. 3 sales position
Ford on Friday, October 2, 2026 reported third-quarter U.S. sales of 507,395 light-duty vehicles, a 6.6% year-over-year decline, retaining the No. 3 U.S. sales position by a narrow margin over Hyundai Motor, which had been forecast to overtake Ford. Ford retains a roughly 89,700-unit sales lead over Hyundai for the year through the third quarter. The Ford brand was down roughly 6% in the quarter, Lincoln was down 18%, and Ford's EV sales fell about 80% in the quarter.
2026
Time names Ford the most iconic American company
Time named carmaker Ford the most iconic American company, and Bill Ford publicly touted the recognition.
2026
Ford F-150 truck production down for nearly a week at Michigan plant
Ford F-150 truck production at the company's Michigan plant has been down for nearly a week, according to a memo reported by Reuters.
2026
Ford joins General Dynamics and Ricardo in joint venture bidding for UK Army Light Mobility Vehicle contract
Ford is part of a joint venture with defence specialists General Dynamics and Ricardo bidding for a UK Ministry of Defence contract to supply 9,000 vehicles over the next five to seven years to replace the British Army's ageing Land Rover-based fleet under the Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) programme. Ford is showcasing a camouflaged military pick-up based on its Ranger series, with three-litre diesel engines built at its Dagenham plant, as it hopes a pivot towards military vehicles can offset the challenged commercial car market. Jaguar Land Rover is also bidding for the same contract.
2026
Ford unveils Mustang Dark Horse SC convertible
Ford officially unveiled the Mustang Dark Horse SC convertible, its most powerful convertible Mustang to date with a 795-horsepower 5.2L supercharged V8. Orders open in autumn 2026 with deliveries starting spring 2027; pricing has not been announced.
2026
Ford plans entry-level boxy SUV below Escape
Ford plans a new, not-yet-named entry-level boxy SUV to fill the market gap left by the Escape, offering gasoline and hybrid powertrains, with mass production and launch planned for 2029 at its Hermosillo, Mexico assembly plant and a starting price of $25,000.
2026
Ford launches Fathom electric pickup
Ford formally launched Fathom, a new all-electric midsize pickup built on its Universal Electric Vehicle platform. The article states a starting price of $28,350 and says reservations are expected to begin in early 2027.
2026
Ford recalls Mustang Mach-E vehicles over window trim hazard
Ford recalled 14,950 2023 and 2024 Mustang Mach-E vehicles in Canada because the rear quarter window glass trims could loosen and separate, creating a road hazard. Ford said it would notify drivers and advise them to have the vehicles inspected and, if necessary, have the trims replaced.
2026
Geely subsidiary agrees to acquire 34% stake in Ford Valencia factory company
Geely Auto and Ford signed an agreement under which Geely's wholly owned subsidiary GeelySPV will acquire a 34% stake in the company that operates Ford's Valencia factory; Ford will retain the remaining 66%. The transaction was reported as an agreement, not a completed acquisition.
2026
Ford recalls F-150 and F-250 Super Duty vehicles over rear-view camera issue
Ford recalled 7,362 F-150 and F-250 Super Duty vehicles in Canada because a software problem could block part of the rear-view camera image. Ford said it would notify owners and send an over-the-air software update, with a dealership appointment available as an alternative.
2026
Geely Holding and Ford announce Geely's acquisition of 34% stake in Ford Espana for EUR 221 million
On July 23, 2026, Zhejiang Geely Holding and Ford officially announced their transaction under which Geely acquires a 34% stake in Ford Espana, S.L. for EUR 221 million, corresponding to an agreed enterprise value of EUR 650 million; Ford, previously the 100% owner, will hold 66% after completion and the two will jointly control the Spanish passenger-car company, whose core asset is the Almussafes plant in Valencia, Spain, with annual capacity of about 500,000 vehicles.
2025
Ford recalls over 45,000 Mustang Mach-E vehicles over faulty headlight module
Ford is recalling approximately 45,047 certain 2025-2026 Mustang Mach-E vehicles because the Light Driver Control Module B may fail, preventing turn signals, daytime running lights, low beam and high beam headlights from lighting, according to a Dec. 18 NHTSA recall letter. Ford plans an over-the-air software update or free dealer software update, with owner notification letters expected Jan. 30 and a remedy expected in April 2026.
2022
Ford recalls 157,306 F-150 trucks over windshield wiper concern
Ford said affected 2021 F-150 trucks might have windshield wiper failure and will replace the wiper motor on 157,306 trucks.
2022
Ford signs non-binding agreement for Turkish battery site
Ford said it signed a non-binding agreement with SK On and Koc Holding to build in Turkey a large battery production site for commercial vehicles.
2022
PG&E and Ford partner on bidirectional EV charging
PG&E is partnering with Ford to bring bidirectional-charging electric vehicles to PG&E customers. The utility's chief executive said the partnership was announced on Thursday, March 10, 2022.