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Ford's CEO urges caution on Chinese automakers, says Europe is 'too late'
Farley said Ford will keep partnering with Chinese firms on batteries and technology while warning that subsidized rivals could undercut U.S. jobs.
- On Tuesday, Ford CEO Jim Farley urged caution regarding Chinese automakers entering the US market, citing Europe as a cautionary example where Chinese imports have rapidly captured market share.
- China is projected to export around 12 million cars this year, up from around 3 million in 2022, while the US maintains a software ban and tariffs exceeding 100% to block Chinese vehicles.
- Farley stated Ford will partner with Chinese companies when capital-efficient while noting, "We're also going to compete with them directly," collaborating with CATL in Michigan and Geely for European markets.
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy recently expressed concern that Ford's relationships with Chinese firms left the Michigan automaker "intertwining its future with Chinese state-backed enterprises," prompting scrutiny of these deals.
- Auto executives worry current US protections will not hold long-term, leading lobbyists to press lawmakers for a permanent ban on Chinese vehicles to prevent market shifts seen in Europe.
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Ford CEO Defends Chinese Partnerships as Washington Balks - Chief executive Jim Farley says a balance is needed between protecting the U.S. industrial base and leveling the playing field as Chinese rivals expand
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- 42% of the sources are Center, 42% of the sources lean Right
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