My LL6 emailed, asking me to wfh for the next two weeks. I had been going to office couple times a week. Does this imply that I am about to be chopped?

I know you don't see it now, but if you were laid off with decent severance, you are one of the lucky ones. Ford has been in a downward spiral for years and its future is anything but promising. You have a chance to find a better job at a company... — read more 

I heard that IT is NOT impacted, but I also heard from another that IT will have "limited" layoffs as many teams are already understaffed. Anyone heard anything?

The news hit while I’m on vacation. My teammate (Agency) found out from his employer that today will be his last day. No idea what to expect when I’m back on Monday. This is the Model E space btw.

I fear his F150 caught on fire or he was taken out by one of Ford’s many safety recalls and he’s no longer with us. Sad.

Details confirmed by the Detroit Free Press re: job cuts (who, where, when) https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2023/06/23/ford-job-cuts-north-america-salary-workers/70351414007/

These are the things that I didnt know: Read your separation papers closely. You will be glad you did. There will be information in there that you can point to when you dont get the benefits that you are entitled to. Contact VIA benefits and be... — read more 

People with inside info—is RTO going to be apart of this layoff?

I just got word from my former Ford colleagues that it looks like for many this weekend will be their last weekend as a Ford employee. I got let go on August 22. I've got to tell you, I knew it was coming and I was so at peace that weekend. A lot of... — read more 

People have mentioned looking at calendars, sudden meetings, etc. Can anyone whose been through it discuss the process. Who lets you go? Your direct supervisor?

F150Guy, can you please provide us any helpful wisdom or insight from conversations with your older contacts? Voluntary or Involuntary? How many cuts in VHM3 Underbody Systems?

Notice who isn't reporting this news...Phoebe Ford Howard. I'm sure Jim instructed her not to say a word and in exchange gave her the scoop on his wife's new album.

?! https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2023/06/09/f150-pickups-ford-titles-heist-stolen/70296564007/

Are all the employees at Ford really as miserable at work as it comes across from reading posts here? I understand we have issues and that this leadership team could use many, many improvements, but not everything is bad. I just can't believe that... — read more 

https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/ford-preparing-new-round-layoffs-us-salaried-workers-wsj-2023-06-22/

The annual layoffs and never ending re-orgs. Can we spring for a Harvard Business Review subscription? Steady mgmt and expectations is a good thing. The revolving door will continue. Hire more executives...layoff off existing workers, rehire the... — read more 

This was posted on a neighborhood app. If the average person can make this happen with a FREE CAMERA with NO SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE, why would anyone subscribe to Canopy? I was shocked to find out that my car had been stolen, but luckily I had... — read more 

I hope for the best, but it's still wiser to dust off the resume.

Remember how Josh Halliburton was hired FROM JD Power to fix Ford's issues?: https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/2023/06/22/dodge-ram-gm-crush-ford-in-new-j-d-power-quality-study/70345354007/ Note that Stellantis' COO commented on its results... — read more 

New study: 2 Detroit automakers rank for top quality, while Ford is below average Phoebe Wall Howard Detroit Free Press While more and more people seem to be having problems with their vehicles, two of the Detroit Three automakers are delivering... — read more 

The Detroit News Washington — The Department of Energy plans to loan $9.2 billion to a joint venture between Ford Motor Co. and South Korean battery maker SK On Co. for its battery plants in Kentucky and Tennessee, a massive loan that nearly matches... — read more 

That's what China and Mexico and Brazil are all about. Ford loved 2020 divesting itself of all those buildings. And it wants to keep the savings. The full RTO has been put off despite pressure from state and local politicians because Ford wants to... — read more 

We all know the layoffs are coming in the next week. Either put out a statement or get it over with.

Auto sector revenues will rely on revenues from tracked data. Interesting story on Wired.com. No wonder auto companies taking away android auto and apple carplay. https://www.wired.com/story/car-data-privacy-toyota-honda-ford/

The top 10: Tesla Model Y Tesla Model 3 Tesla Model X Tesla Model S Honda Passport Volkswagen ID.4 Honda Odyssey Acura MDX Honda Ridgeline Acura RDX The complete list is available at https://www.cars.com/american-made-index/ Ford’s all-electric... — read more 

I can't help myself not to worry in advance. Anyone else noticing signs in the manager's behavior that a layoff might be coming?

Use this as a thread to post all the evidence you have seen or heard that points toward mass layoffs. Please be as specific as possible.

Is it a general dislike for the entire HR organization? Only the senior leadership? What about the GSRs or LL6s?

find an employment lawyer now, before it happens document all people who took the retirement last year when they "had to" and came back as agency use that as leverage. might work, might not. annoys the he-l out of me that I'm worried about... — read more 

I thought that the job market was a little better than it really is. I realize that only now that I've started looking for a new job more seriously because I'm fed up with the constant uncertainty here. What are your experiences with looking for a... — read more 

Since you're all going to quit over RTO you should let your manager know that today! That will let more of us that are willing to RTO stay with the company through the SIRP!! Come on, you are going to quit anyway to stop from RTOing! Sacrifice... — read more 

Our logo should be a flame instead of a name. Only thing common between ICE and EV’s at Ford. While Chevy has been dominating the Australian Supercars series throughout 2023, Ford has been lagging behind the competition, something that Ford... — read more 

As everyone knows, the opposite of what Cramer says is whats actually true and what really will happen.

RTO is certainly not to blame for the erosion of culture. We could argue about who or what is the culprit though, right? When the leadership starts mentioning RTO in the context of preventing the erosion of culture, I can't believe that they... — read more 

US Energy Secretary Granholm proclaimed that EVs will create more jobs! Make sure the UAW is aware prior to contract negotiations! And Michigan is full of movie studios and A123 battery plants…

But perusing LL5 and LL4 calendars, there are some private meetings that look sketch. I've survived several layoffs here, could this be my number?

Anyone have any insights on potential layoffs within GDIA? I know it’s considered a “high growth” area but others have said that layoffs are expected here too.

Did the camera get taken down? Liked watching the progress of the build.