Ford Unveils Universal EV Platform in Kentucky with CEO Jim Farley & Gov. Andy Beshear

Introducing the Universal EV Platform

• 💡 Ford has unveiled its Universal Electric Vehicle Platform, a radical new approach to vehicle design and manufacturing, inspired by the Model T's principles of affordability and efficiency.
• 🎯 This platform aims for relentless efficiency, radical simplification, and flexibility to create affordable EVs that delight customers.
• 🔑 The first vehicle to use this platform will be a mid-size electric pickup truck, scheduled for production in 2027 at the Louisville Assembly Plant.

Strategic Investment & Job Creation

• 💰 Ford is investing $2 billion to modernize the Louisville Assembly Plant, securing 2,200 hourly jobs for decades to come.
• ⚡ An additional $3 billion is being invested in the Blue Oval Battery Park in Michigan, creating nearly 2,000 new jobs for prismatic LFP battery cell production in the US.
• 🌱 These investments total $5 billion and 4,000 American jobs, demonstrating Ford's commitment to domestic manufacturing.

Revolutionizing EV Production

• 🛠️ The new Ford Universal EV Production System transforms the traditional assembly line into a "tree formation" with three parallel sub-assembly lines.
• ✅ This innovative system allows for 40% quicker assembly, significantly fewer parts (e.g., 3/4 fewer body parts, 4,000 feet less wiring), and improved worker ergonomics.
• 🔬 The platform utilizes lithium-ion phosphate (LFP) batteries (cobalt and nickel-free), which are smaller and contribute to lower costs and better vehicle performance.

The New Mid-Size Electric Truck

• 🚀 The upcoming electric pickup truck will offer unprecedented interior space (more than a RAV4), a frunk, and a full pickup bed for versatile storage.
• 🔥 It will be faster than a Mustang twin turbo, feature a new digital experience, fast charging, and an impressive range, capable of powering a house for 6 days.
• 💲 Ford targets a starting price of $30,000, aiming to make electric vehicle ownership accessible and affordable for millions of Americans.

Commitment to American Manufacturing

• 🇺🇸 Ford is making a significant bet on the United States and Kentucky, choosing to build affordable EVs domestically with American workers, unlike competitors who import.
• 📈 Kentucky has become the EV battery production capital of the U.S., attracting over $13.1 billion in EV investments and creating over 62,500 new jobs in the last five years.
• 🤝 This project represents a partnership between Ford and Kentucky, ensuring long-term economic success and a sustainable future for the community and its workforce.