Ford planning to build Super Duty Trucks instead of EVs in Canada
- Ford Motor Company is planning to produce F-Series Super Duty trucks in Canada
- Earlier, it planned to build electric vehicles in its Canadian factory
- The US automaker plans to start the production in 2026
Published on Aug 01, 2024 at 11:31 AM (UTC+4)
by Daksh Chaudhary
Last updated on Aug 02, 2024 at 6:36 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
Ford Motor Company has made a strategic shift, and are now planning to produce F-Series Super Duty trucks at its Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada.
Previously, it had planned to build electric vehicles at the factory in Canada.
The US automotive giant plans to start production in 2026, aiming to produce 100,000 units.
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Ford plans to make Super Duty Trucks instead of EVs in Canada
The decision was made after recognizing the vehicle’s importance in its lineup.
Talking about the importance of its trucks, Jim Farley, Ford President and CEO said, “Super Duty is a vital tool for businesses and people around the world and, even with our Kentucky Truck Plant and Ohio Assembly Plant running flat out, we can’t meet the demand.”
The Ford plant in Oakville will significantly boost the economy by creating an estimated 1,800 new jobs.
As compared to the initially planned EV setup, 400 more jobs will be created.
The company is planning to invest around $2.3 billion in the creation of its Super Duty Trucks.
Additionally, Ford’s Windsor Engine Complex will create a further 150 new job opportunities, as the production of V8 engines will increase significantly.
A wise decision by the company
Ford trucks are truly impressive and amongst the most powerful out there.
Recently, a Ford Raptor was seen climbing a hill like it was absolutely nothing.
So it’s no wonder that there’s a huge demand for these beasts.
Ford’s plans to maximize its global footprint don’t end here.
Ford even plans to make new investments in its US facilities, including the Michigan plant where thieves stole $1 million worth of Ford Raptors before hilariously realizing that they also needed to put gas in them.
The Sharonville Transmission Plant in Ohio is commissioned to receive a fresh investment of $24 million, and multiple jobs will be created in its different facilities, directly and indirectly supporting over 500,000 jobs across the country.
It’s certainly a big move by Ford, as it looks to maintain its status as one of the leaders in U.S. truck production.
