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Ford reverses course and decides to keep AM radio on its vehicles

2:20am May 24, 2023

by The Associated Press

Federal lawmakers cite safety concerns for keeping AM radio, citing its historic role in transmitting vital information during emergencies, such as natural disasters, especially to rural areas.

Ford is recalling about 1.5 million vehicles due to problems with their brake hoses or windshield wipers. It says owners can get those parts replaced for free.

National

Ford recalls 1.5 million vehicles over problems with brake hoses and windshield wipers

1:41pm March 17, 2023

by Rachel Treisman

The automaker is recalling nearly 1.3 million 2013-2018 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ sedans, as well as 220,000 F-150 pickups from 2021. Here's what to do if your vehicle might be affected.

National

Ford is recalling about 39,000 SUVS after 16 catch fire under the hood

10:17am May 20, 2022

by Rina Torchinsky

The company is urging those with affected vehicles to park their cars outside and away from structures.

A Rivian electric truck is displayed near the Nasdaq MarketSite building in Times Square in New York City on Nov. 10. Rivian, an electric-truck maker backed by Amazon and Ford, made its debut on Nasdaq in one of the biggest initial public offerings in U.S

The electric startup Rivian soared in its stock debut. Why there's so much buzz

3:57pm November 10, 2021

by Camila Domonoske

Rivian, which has just started deliveries of its battery-powered pickup truck, surged in its first day of trade after completing one of the biggest IPOs in U.S. history.

Members of the United Auto Workers union will receive unemployment and supplemental pay, as negotiated under their contract, during the shutdown.

Economy

Ford, GM, FCA Suspending Production At North American Plants

8:51pm March 18, 2020

by Camila Domonoske

The UAW, the autoworker's union, had been pushing for a two-week shutdown because of worker concerns. Plants will be shut down at least through March 30.

Ford's Mustang Mach-E will be unveiled Sunday. It's part of the Detroit-based company's $11 billion investment in electric cars.

Fans Getting Charged Up To See Ford's New Electric Mustang SUV

5:23pm November 16, 2019

by Vanessa Romo

For nearly two years, car enthusiasts have been trying to figure out what Ford meant when it said its new electric SUV was "Mustang inspired." On Sunday, they'll find out.

Queue Listen Now

'The Vagabonds' Details The Publicity-Encouraged Road Trips Of Edison And Ford

12:26pm July 09, 2019

by Camila Domonoske

Jeff Guinn weaves in a portrait of America's burgeoning love affair with the automobile. But his book rests heavy on the men's positive attributes, while shying away from their "unfortunate flaws."

About 7,000 white-collar jobs are being eliminated as part of Ford's massive organizational restructuring. The automaker says it will save $600 million per year as a result.

Ford Slashes 10% Of Its Global Salaried Workforce

3:30pm May 20, 2019

by Camila Domonoske

About 7,000 white-collar jobs are being eliminated as part of Ford's massive organizational restructuring. The automaker says it will save $600 million per year as a result.

People at the Ford display at the Essen Motor Show fair in Essen, Germany, in December 2017. The automaker has announced it will be cutting some jobs in Europe to reduce costs.

Ford Cutting Jobs In Europe, Moving Away From Less Profitable Vehicles

4:49pm January 10, 2019

by Camila Domonoske

The automaker says it is not yet clear how many people will lose their jobs. The cuts come during a time of turmoil for the car industry, as automakers invest heavily in new technology.

Judge Brett Kavanaugh scowls as he testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill Thursday. Afterward, many observers felt he had revealed a partisan side never before seen from a Supreme Court nominee.

Politics & Government

Republicans Push Kavanaugh Nomination Forward, But At What Cost?

2:36pm September 29, 2018

by Domenico Montanaro

With the midterms looming and women — especially Democratic women — already fired up, Republicans are taking a risk in continuing to back Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh.