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Ford's $5 Billion EV Investment Creates 4,000 Jobs

8/11/2025

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Ford is investing $5 billion in Louisville, Kentucky, and Michigan to produce affordable electric vehicles (EVs).
The new "Universal EV Platform" will simplify production, cutting down on parts and assembly time.
A midsize electric pickup, set to launch in 2027, will start at $30,000 and create nearly 4,000 jobs.
Domestic production of lithium iron phosphate batteries will strengthen supply chain security.

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Story summary

Ford is investing $5 billion in Louisville, Kentucky, and Michigan to produce affordable electric vehicles (EVs).
The new "Universal EV Platform" will simplify production, cutting down on parts and assembly time.
A midsize electric pickup, set to launch in 2027, will start at $30,000 and create nearly 4,000 jobs.
Domestic production of lithium iron phosphate batteries will strengthen supply chain security.