Tag: Ford

Ford Launches Voluntary Severance Program in Cologne
29Nov By E.WilsonNo Comments
News

Ford Launches Voluntary Severance Program in Cologne

Starting this Friday, Ford is initiating a three-month window for employees at its Cologne plant to leave the company voluntarily with severance packages. The plan aims to reduce around 3,500 jobs across various departments.Key TakeawaysFord offers up to €100,000 in severance pay based on tenure.The program targets nearly 3,500 positions, with some stemming from previous reduction programs.Job fairs are planned to help displaced workers find new employment opportunities.This week, Ford held a works council meeting where they detailed the severance package options. Workers can receive up to €100,000 depending on their length of service at the company. The move is part of broader restructuring efforts aimed at reducing costs and adapting to changing market demands.Since rumors began circulat...
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Ford Ranger and Everest Refreshed for the Wilds of New Zealand
25Nov By AGN EditorNo Comments
Guides & Maintenance, News, Pickup Trucks

Ford Ranger and Everest Refreshed for the Wilds of New Zealand

Ford's mid-2026 update to its popular Ranger and Everest line-ups is set to make a significant splash in the New Zealand market, packing a punch with new styling cues and expanded tech features. The changes come at a time when Ford is adjusting its engine lineup to cater better to customer demands.One of the key highlights for the 2026 model year is the expanded availability of the potent 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel, which now finds its way into more variants than before. This move is a direct response to the departure of the bi-turbo diesel engine, which was discontinued earlier this year.The Ranger Wolftrak variant is a brand-new addition for New Zealand buyers and is exclusive with the powerful V6 diesel. It features unique styling elements like 'Zest' accents in Traction Green hero color...
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2026 Ford Ranger and Everest Get Refreshed, Lose Bi-Turbo Diesel
25Nov By AGN EditorNo Comments
Industry & Business, News, Pickup Trucks

2026 Ford Ranger and Everest Get Refreshed, Lose Bi-Turbo Diesel

Ford Australia's top dogs, the Ford Ranger and Everest, have just received a mid-life refresh that shakes things up under the hood while leaving most of their looks alone. It's a move that signals changing times for one of the country's best-selling vehicles.The exterior changes are subtle—new grille designs, fresh wheel styles on select models, and some new paint options. But let’s be clear: this is more about what lies beneath than what catches the eye from outside. The real news here is the departure of the popular 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine in favor of a revised 2.0 single-turbo unit and an expanded range for the 3.0-liter V6.The switch to a more reliable but less powerful single-turbo setup is part of Ford's global strategy to simplify its lineup. While it might disappoint some ...
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Elon Musk Warns Auto Rivals About Full Self-Driving
25Nov By AGN EditorNo Comments
News, Tech & Autonomous

Elon Musk Warns Auto Rivals About Full Self-Driving

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently took to social media platform X to warn traditional automakers like Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis about the dangers of ignoring Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology. According to Musk, these companies are reluctant to license FSD due to their own stringent requirements that make such collaboration unfeasible.In a recent post, Musk highlighted the lack of enthusiasm from legacy automakers regarding FSD licensing. "I've tried to warn them and even offered to license Tesla's Full Self-Driving suite, but they don't want it! Crazy," he declared. Analyst Rob Wertheimer of Melius Research echoed this sentiment earlier in a note that suggested Tesla stands to gain significantly from its technological prowess.As we reported in our previous analysis on the s...
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