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Ford's EV Battery Plant Closes, 1,600 Jobs Lost

2/17/2026

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  • Ford Motor Company's electric vehicle battery factory in Hardin County, Kentucky, shut down four months after opening, laying off 1,600 workers.
  • The closure follows federal rollbacks under U.S. President Donald Trump that eliminated EV tax incentives and reduced demand.
  • The situation reflects broader challenges traditional automakers face in adapting to the evolving EV market.