Unfortunately, surviving layoffs here doesn't mean much. Those who got laid off have already overcome the initial stress and found new opportunities by now, but there is ever-increasing pressure on those of us who remained. Isn't it getting harder... — read more 

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Nineteen unmarked burial sites were discovered earlier this spring at the spot of Ford Motor Co.'s planned electric vehicle battery plants in Kentucky's Hardin County, the Army Corps of Engineers confirmed Monday. The discovery... — read more 

Since Farley have was promoted to CEO: Market share is down. Stock price down almost 50% from last year’s high. Revenue is down. Profits are down. Lightning launch is failing—they are parked in lots waiting for chips. How much more losing do we take... — read more 

Discuss.

As supply chain constraints including the semiconductor chip shortage continue to plague automotive production, numerous Blue Oval vehicles have been spotted by Ford Authority spies sitting at various sites awaiting those precious parts. This... — read more 

Embarrassing (again). Clear coat an option now? After receiving glowing reviews from experts and critics alike, the 2022 Ford Maverick has quickly become a sales success, ranking among the fastest-selling vehicles on the market, attracting owners... — read more 

We must need the cash considering how many incomplete vehicles are just sitting outside. Ford Motor is selling 8 million of its Rivian Automotive shares, with the insider lockup for the stock of the once high-flying electric vehicle maker is set to... — read more 

Oh dear - perhaps some of the train station workers can get moved back to PD to clean things up.

When was the last buyout offer? Any chance another one is coming any time soon?

I'm worried. Everything suggests that Ford will more and more often not hesitate to let go pension eligible employees just before they've reached full pension maturity?

Ford closed at $57.157 Billion GM closed at $57.746 Billion The big question: will Phoebe at the Detroit Free Ford Press make this the front page headline in the Sunday edition? The answer is no, because Farley won’t send her a press release telling... — read more 

I don't understand what's the point of you staying. You hate the company so you're miserable, but you're also not productive so you're not good to Ford or your coworkers who probably have to pick up the slack. Honestly, what do you get from just... — read more 

Was there an internal name or code word for the recent layoffs? Anyone know what the brass is calling the next layoffs? Just curious.

Genius move (or not). Will we need incentives to move these parking lot queens. The semiconductor chip shortage has plagued automotive production for over two years now, leading to billions in lost sales for automakers, record low inventory levels... — read more 

Bad times in the stock market and interest rates rising. Ford Pension not so bad right now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBv_6epsAu8

https://adage.com/article/marketing-news-strategy/ford-takes-subtle-dig-elon-musk-new-ad/2415856

https://time.com/6173178/high-gas-prices-electric-vehicles/

The entire page is is filled with negative posts about Ford. Let's make this thread a positive one - let's list things that work fine and that we are proud of...

The F150 has been dethroned. On Farley’s watch. Will Pheobe make this a front page article in the Detroit Free Ford Press?

Why do taxpayers have to fund Ford’s EV strategy? This is in addition to government funding of battery production in US. Currently, U.S. EV tax credits of $7,500 are available for those that purchase new all-electric vehicles, but there’s one... — read more 

Wow this has been stressful. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would have to fret over layoffs as much as I have in the last 4 years. Wonder why GM is not going through this or Stellantis.

I was quite upset when I found out that I am not needed here anymore, but now I'm already starting to feel better. In fact, I never even imagined that layoff would bring me some relief. Life goes on.

I would like someone to tell me that 2023 will not be even harder for this industry, but my opinion is that it will be worse. I may be too pessimistic, but right now I see no reason for being overly optimistic. It is not easy for me to leave... — read more 

It might not be a big round that gets noticed every time, but we've been having constant layoffs for years now. They've been making small cuts throughout the company every month, I believe. Thinking you're safe just because a major round that you've... — read more 

Ford Purchasing’s failure to secure reliable EV a battery sourcing results in a taxpayer bailout to fund offshore companies to build N.A. factories. Our Purchasing pro’s continue to be exempt from headcount reductions despite critical supply chain... — read more 

This needs to be said. Because it will never change until it is exposed. But the good ol' boy network is alive and well at Ford. Look at the recent action. Widespread reports of LL4s using this workforce reduction as an excuse to settle old scores... — read more 

I wish I could leave like so many of you are doing - and good on you for escaping this shithole! - but I'm at the point where leaving would be practically impossible and I would gain exactly nothing. I'm now just trying to retire with my sanity... — read more 

Just found out about the 580 through this website. So were the one's affected informed by this past Friday or will they continue to notify this upcoming week? I am getting really nervous and a little sick and tired on the uncertainty. To those... — read more 

So much inefficiencies at Ford Ford has way too many useless employees. They have no work to do when they are working from home. Those who are on site are lazy, they only want more overtime. The older workforce are sitting around waiting for a... — read more 

Hi All, i was a full time ford employee. I was supposed to be put on a new project this week after successfully completing my project. I got a call from my manager and his manager and got laid off without any notice. They took away my acces right... — read more 

Can anyone share what the severance packages were? I heard up to 9 months but curious what it would be per year of service. Trying to mentally prepare myself for the eventual tap on the shoulder.

On the front page of the Sunday paper. Farley compares us to Tesla constantly. Please do a direct comparison of his education, corporate positions held, patents awarded, successful businesses started, number of trips to outer space, and personal... — read more 

In the past, Consumer Reports (CR) hasn’t recommended the Ford Escape, opting instead to recommend its larger corporate cousin, the Ford Edge. Now, the publication has once again placed the Ford Escape on its list of two- and three-row SUVs to avoid... — read more 

https://www.thedrive.com/news/dozens-of-low-mile-2-7l-ford-bronco-engines-have-already-failed We are screwed. We can't get ICE engines right but we're supposed get EVs right?? I know, let's layoff MORE employees! Fewer employees. More work. Equates... — read more 

I guess the EV/AV guys are safe.

I was quite surprised when my colleagues were laid off because we were overwhelmed as it was. Top experts were cut. Now what? I really don’t know how things will work without them who were doing a major chunk of work and I’m a little worried. There... — read more 

Of course no one is safe. Still, maybe some areas are a little safer than others?