From the Free Ford Press, where they almost never print bad news about Ford. But we are going to sell security cameras as a subscription service! Just wait until customers are suing us because the cameras didn’t work. And our recall fixes don’t... — read more 

We bet the farm, and lost. Now what? First, more bloodletting. Expect the next round (this month or next) to be deep and wide. Second, the stock price will continue to plummet. Heading towards sub $12 now. Where will the bottom be? $7? $5?... — read more 

Over the past few years, a handful of lawsuits have been filed over alleged issues with the Ford 10-speed automatic transmission, including more than one in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Florida, though the Illinois-based filing was later dismissed... — read more 

Batten down the hatches we're in for a storm.

How can I do the least amount of work and stay on payroll as long as possible? I was starry eyed and wanted to build a career here but I am stupid to think that is reality.

JF posted on LinkedIn about his road trip in F150 Lighting. He must not have much else to do. Wasn’t a road trip what the Deltas did in Animal House when they hit rock bottom?

What were the dates of the June layoffs?

FLV is still on the payroll and all charges against him dropped. So it appears Ford's strategy pays off, as corrupt as it appears.

Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for select 2023 Ford F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis models due to an issue with the instrument panel. The defect: in affected vehicles, corrosion in the Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) may interfere with the... — read more 

But it looks like I am just being foolish and turning a blind eye to the reality here. I am going to spend all my spare time applying to as many external jobs as I can and preparing for interviews. I don't know if I will be able to land an offer... — read more 

Cutting lower level staff every couple of months hardly seems like a viable business plan.

Already happening to Tesla: https://www.thedrive.com/news/tesla-hackers-find-unpatchable-jailbreak-to-unlock-paid-features-for-free Ford's connected services have the worst security. If Tesla can't stop hackers no way Ford does!

https://starkmanapproved.com/fords-heavyweight-beltway-swamp-creatures/ When you build poor quality super expensive autos that customers don't want, have below investment grade credit rating and have an unsound business plan what do you do? Buy... — read more 

Haven't heard from him in over 2 weeks. Last Global Town Hall he wasn't there, which he seems to love those. I'm wondering if he's getting canned finally? Would have expected some comment after the layoffs, but nothing.

I am really worried and stressed out about this. Would they really have layoffs again so soon? Which departments will be gutted? is ADAS going to be affected?

Based on my extensive research over the past 3 years below is a gist of high level factors affecting US and global economy in general and how it is going to affect Ford in particular. First is the high interest rates forcing housing activity to... — read more 

I want to get ahead of it and anticipate it instead of being stressed out for 2 days refreshing my calendar to see if I an invite from HR

I started at Ford in 1993. All employees were so excited when the new SN95 (1994 Mustang) launched. It sold over 150,000 units in 1994. I had a 1999 Mustang GT convertible as a management lease car. Everyone loved that car. The Mustang... — read more 

He must have needed a longer personal leave to make up with the ex who didn’t have $10,000 handbags. Ford Next is adrift, no leadership, no bench for future leadership, needs to be disbanded and the $3 billion they spend annually returned to our... — read more 

Lots of rumors the field staff will be restructured again and it'll be announced in Vegas. Anyone have any ideas on what that is?

based on layoffs, morale, etc, doesnt seem like there is much upside and seems like an impending crash on the stock.

Lets stop pretending there is a "family" here or whatever else is being put into your kool aid. I'm biding my time here, taking as many paychecks as I can and then leaving as soon as I can.

And we are supposed to feel safe with on in our garage? The Dutch authorities have chosen Eemshaven port as the final destination for the fire-damaged car carrier Fremantle Highway. After consultation with all parties involved, Markus Harbers, the... — read more 

Is anyone else seeing more and more coworkers in white-collar positions talk about unionizing? Ever since we've been forced back in the office three days a week I've seen a HUGE increase in the number of coworkers talking positively about the UAW... — read more 

Isn't it a huge red flag that if we aren't even willing to own the stock, what future do we really think of the company?

In the next round of layoffs, what area is the target? What is the projected number/percentage? Does anyone know? Do the managers and supervisors already know about this next round? It’s all very unnerving!

I was SIRPed in August 2022 and took the pension lump sum payment. After my 9 months of severance was up, I filed for unemployment. I was (re)determined to be ineligible for benefits because the estimated monthly benefit from the pension exceeded... — read more 

https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/uaw-seeks-double-digit-pay-hikes-detroit-three-contract-talks-2023-08-01/

I might be available and "ready to work" but mentally I have checked out. I joined to get mentorship, to work with other smart people and grow but I just spend my time in a silo with no one to really talk to. They don't have enough people tbh and... — read more 

Bad soldering?

Question on unused vacation time or yet to use vacation time when you get SIRPd. Do you lose it or do they pay you for the days unused. Prepping for eventuality

I thought I would do much better here, but no. I am absolutely unsatisfied with my career growth and I think that in most other companies I would have progressed much more than I did here. In the meantime, I'm constantly thinking about whether I'll... — read more 

I got it together today to start making a list and emailing recruiters. Really didnt want to interview around again but I feel like I have no choice.

I sent an ex coworker an email to see if he got caught up in the last round of layoffs. I receive d a returned mail email. No information. Is this Fords standard format for those let go?

Who's in charge of Ford Next now?

Any new update for next layoff? Very anxious and very de motivated. Organization- Cloud platform (model e) Role - LL6

Unlike the Silverado, thieves return the F-150’s because of quality and recall issues. The Ford F-Series line of pickups has long been not only the best-selling new vehicle lineup in America, but also, among the most popular with thieves, whether... — read more 

It can shrink, it can sell off parts, but a Yellow situation will never happen to Ford due to its size and cultural significance. I'm not going to debate whether it's right or wrong, but the government (regardless of the party in charge) will always... — read more 

I have no idea how performance even works here. I keep asking every meeting how I am doing and have never gotten any negative feedback but I am still quite anxious all the time. There is no documentation on any goals, objectives; seems like people... — read more