Ford Motor (NYSE:F), commonly known as Ford, is an American automaker with a history dating back to 1903 when Henry Ford introduced revolutionary mass‐production techniques. Over more than a century, Ford has grown from its Model T origins into a global mobility company, credited with transforming the automotive industry through innovations in assembly line manufacturing and vehicle design.
Today, Ford develops, manufactures and distributes a broad portfolio of passenger cars, trucks, sport utility vehicles and electric vehicles under the Ford and Lincoln brands. Its product lineup includes popular models such as the F‐Series pickup trucks, Mustang sports cars, Escape and Explorer SUVs, and a growing range of hybrid and all‐electric vehicles like the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning. In addition to vehicle production, the company offers financing solutions through Ford Credit and supports commercial customers via its Ford Pro business, which provides fleet management, telematics and service plans tailored to business needs.
Ford’s operations span six continents, serving customers in North America, Europe, South America, the Middle East, Africa and the Asia-Pacific region. The company maintains manufacturing facilities and assembly plants across key markets, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Germany, the United Kingdom, and China, where it operates joint ventures such as Changan Ford and Jiangling Ford. Ford’s extensive global distribution network and dealer partnerships enable it to adapt products and services to local market preferences and regulatory environments.
Leadership at Ford is focused on advancing the company’s “Ford+” strategy, which emphasizes smart mobility, electrification, digital services and enhanced customer experiences. Under the guidance of President and Chief Executive Officer Jim Farley and Executive Chairman William Clay Ford Jr., the company is investing in next-generation technologies—including autonomous driving, connected vehicles and sustainable manufacturing—to drive long-term growth and maintain its position as an industry pioneer.
