Ford Unveils Affordable EV Range, First Pickup To Arrive In 2027
The new EVs will be manufactured at Ford's Louisville plant in Kentucky and exported globally.
Ford has announced an all-new range of affordable electric vehicles (EVs) built on a fresh 'Universal EV Platform'.
The company says this breakthrough is as significant as the arrival of the legendary Model T, marking a bold step towards accessible electric mobility, as per Autocar UK.
The first model from this platform will be a mid-size, double-cab pick-up truck, expected to launch in 2027 at around 30,000 USD.
What Models Can We Expect?
According to Ford CEO Jim Farley, this pick-up is just the beginning. The range will expand to include a hatchback, crossover, van, and a three-bench SUV – all expected to carry similar price tags.
The new EVs will be built at Ford's Louisville plant in the US and shipped worldwide. Farley proudly declared, 'From Kentucky to the world," emphasising the importance of building locally and exporting globally.
Farley added that the truck will be 'faster than a Mustang twin-turbo", support rapid charging, and feature a spacious interior 'bigger inside than a Toyota RAV4". It will also come with a front trunk (frunk) and an advanced operating system with over-the-air updates.
How Will Ford Build It?
The vehicles will be made in a unique way – assembling the front, rear and central structure (platform, battery, seats and interior) separately, before joining them together at the end. This process aims to make production faster and more efficient.
Furthermore, Farley stressed that this project goes beyond selling vehicles. 'Our competitors build in Asia and import. We are making here and exporting. This is about our country," he said.
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