FORD AND RENAULT: A PARTNERSHIP FOR EUROPE
Ford Motor Company has entered a major new strategic partnership with Renault Group as part of its broader transformation plan for Europe.
The agreement underscores Ford’ s commitment to scale, affordability and speed in the next phase of its electrification and product renewal.
The collaboration covers two main areas: Ford-branded electric passenger vehicles and a joint exploration of future light commercial vehicles. Under the agreement, Ford and Renault will jointly develop two Fordbranded electric passenger vehicles on Renault’ s Ampere platform, scheduled to arrive in European showrooms in 2028. It gives Ford immediate access to established EV scale and supply chains, while allowing the brand to lead the design and driving feel of the finished products.
François Provost, CEO of Renault Group, says:“ Renault Group is proud to announce a new strategic cooperation with Ford, an iconic car manufacturer.
“ This partnership shows the strength of our partnership know-how and competitiveness in Europe.”
Jim Farley, Ford Motor Company’ s President and CEO, says:“ We will combine Renault Group’ s industrial scale and EV assets with Ford’ s iconic design and driving dynamics to create vehicles that are fun, capable, and distinctly Ford in spirit.”