Has anyone part of the most recent lay off been able to find another job yet? I keep applying but don’t hear back. It’s discouraging seeing friends at other companies go through lay offs as well. It makes me think getting another job will be... — read more
Anxious all the time
Is anyone else sad and anxious all the time lately? It’s all stemmed from this place. The micro management, upper management instilling fear, evening meetings, weekend meetings, heavy workload. You can’t make a simple mistake without getting thrown... — read more
Is this the culture here?
I’ve been here for a while now and I still pretty much operate in a silo. I haven’t learned anything from anyone and I just use the internet to figure stuff out. It would be nice to actually collaborate and learn from other people but everyone is... — read more
Did you see what happened to Yellow?
101 year-old company that ended up deep in debt. And a fight with the union did them in. My guess? Ford is next. That debt in the 1st half numbers was eye-popping. And now a huge fight with the UAW is underway! If Ford sees a downturn in sales it... — read more
Drivers growing less fond of vehicle design and tech
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/american-drivers-are-falling-out-of-love-with-the-latest-car-designs-and-tech-study-finds-ec1f4062 I wonder how Dougie responds to this? "Their just going to have to get used to it!" He's a child.
Email about cost reduction opportunities
Any thoughts on this? Sounds like a warning - FEELS like ford is feeding this fear culture and ki-ling morale.
It’s MondaY, f-250 recall on windows
We have so much to learn with this new window technology. I thought we are a software company. If we can’t do little things right, how can we ever do big things? Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty pickups due to an... — read more
Did FLV Get Fired Yet?
Ford seriously can’t be keeping him. He is unfit to lead. Come on.
Ford equipment return
Those who were laid off by Ford, how did the return of your Ford issued equipment work? Did they ask you to return just the laptop and the phone or also the chair, the monitor and docking stations?
Ford Falls As Farley Fumbles Once Again
https://seekingalpha.com/article/4621330-ford-falls-as-farley-fumbles-once-again
Didn't want to start applying again
... but it seems like based on this site, that not starting interview processes outside will look really d-mb in September (potentially I guess)
Is September 26th the next axe date?
If it is, I really need to get to interviewing. I have a newborn on the way and don't want to be unable to provide for my family because I get thrown under the bus in 2 months. I have been so stressed every quarter, worrying if I am next
List of reasons to stay at Ford
Being close to retirement.
LOL - Building the Middle Class
Saw this quote from Farley in an article. What a cheeseball, talking about the UAW negotiations; building a stronger America and middle class. Saying this after destroying 3000+ engineering positions in Dearborn, priceless. "To wrap up, there is... — read more
If Bill had a 1/4 of a brain, he'd have fired Farley over the bracket dept flub
That flub was proof that Jim is not CEO material. You don't go into a global townhall and bash an entire, and fundamental, department of the company! And then he had to walk it back the next day when the outrage was fierce. Can you imagine Alan... — read more
If Ford moves towards hybrids (copying Toyota) then Dougie is screwed
Doug Field famously bashes anything other than full BEV. So moving towards hybrids could be his swansong. And good riddance. Sadly, Ford's hybrids have been atrocious.
Now 870k F150$ being recalled due to the parking brake going on by itself
That sounds safe.....
And I'm free, I'm free fallin', Yeah I'm free, Free Fallin'
Signed, Ford Stock (Conveniently called F stock, because of you own it you're F'd!)
Did any Nov 2022 retirees recently get this?
November 2022 retiree here. Took the lump sum. Just a few days ago I got a latter from Ford about pension benefits, stating the amount of monthly benefit should I take it, or the amount of lump sum should I take it. The lump sum stated was 23% less... — read more
Recall season, any day ending in “y”
We really suffer from quality issues. Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2023 Ford Super Duty pickups and 2023 Ford Escape crossovers due to an issue with the digital instrument cluster. The defect: in affected vehicles, the digital instrument... — read more
How badly, today versus the past, are Ford engineers lacking common sense and hands-on skills?
A lot of them would d_e trying to change a freaking light bulb.
I was impacted by june layoffs, got my severance but unemployment?
Does anyone know if I am free to file unemployment now that I received my severance pay? I am in Michigan and is there a restriction?
Despite the spin, investors are selling their stock
Ford shares plummeting after hours! Sub $10 here we come!
$4.6 Billion loss on EV’s this year !
https://l.smartnews.com/p-C2iwt/XsE0Yb
Brace yourself for bad pension lump sum number in 2024
If you planning to retire in 2024 and looking to take the lump sum, pay close attention to the segments interest rate the next two months. The rates keep climbing, and as they climb lump sum value goes down. Current projection is 10-15% decrease from... — read more
Company iPhone
Is there a way via text to see if a company iPhone has been deactivated?
Financials show Ford Next with ZERO REVENUE in all 2023
When do we pull the plug, cut the losses, and save $3 BILLION per year by eliminating Ford Next, FLV and CM? There is no path to profitability for this group of 🤡s.
Intern day
Ford & JF have been posting about intern day. Maybe interns are the few who are happy to be working here. Hopefully none of us disgruntled employees give them the inside scoop on how Ford operates.
FLV walks
FLV goes to the police station, writes down details of how he committed felony as--ult, then signs his statement. On July 27: Prosecutors can produce neither the victim (wife) nor a police officer to testify in... — read more
8 Mach-es and 4 Lightnings for sale at the dealership
So much for "sold out for several years"! 😂 Ford had a good run, but they strategically destroyed themselves.
How does performance reviews work here?
I have no idea if I am doing okay or not. Is there a PIP process if I am not?
What did DF know about this and when did he know it? He was there when it happened!
Reuters is reporting that Tesla created secret team to suppress thousands of customer driving range complaints because the Tesla published driving ranges are deliberately misleading.
35 EV’s cost a life and likely a ship
And we have them in our garage why? The Hague, Netherlands — A fire on a freight ship carrying nearly 3,000 cars was burning out of control Wednesday in the North Sea, and the Dutch coast guard said one crew member had died, others were hurt and it... — read more
No one seems excited or engaged
Most people in meetings seem like they are half asleep. You try to reach out to someone to get to know them/ network and just get declined meetings. I joined wide eyed and excited but seems like my career will come to a complete dead end the longer... — read more
Business as usual: Transit Recall
What does CarCar expect from a smaller and disgruntled workforce? Keeping the Recall King title for 2023. Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect models due to an issue with the front door latch pawl. The defect: in... — read more
Jim Farley 10$ line
Will Jim Farley be let go if the stock is below 10$ or 11$? What will it take for him to spend more time with his family?
What’s your feeling about today’s town hall?
What’s your feeling about today’s town hall?
No one seems to want to stay long term.
Every conversation I have had with anyone doesn't seem to extend 1 to 2 years at most. Looks like people are just sticking around to milk as many paychecks as they can, studying / preparing, and when the market is better , they will bolt.
Checked out and just biding my time
Tired of pretending that I can have a career here. I’ve tried to network and talk to people but all that I see is people who are closed off, don’t want to share anything and there really isn’t any sense of belonging. All I’ve gotten from working... — read more
Farley facing questions, I hope there is video…
Washington — Ford Motor Co. CEO Jim Farley plans to meet Wednesday with members of Michigan's congressional delegation on Capitol Hill, five sources have confirmed to The Detroit News...Last Friday, House Select Committee on China Chair Rep. Mike... — read more