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Ford (F) Pauses EV Growth, Emphasizes Competition With Chinese Automakers

Published on 4/18/2026

Ford (F) Pauses EV Growth, Emphasizes Competition With Chinese Automakers

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Ford Motor Company (F) has paused its electric vehicle growth efforts but plans a major push in 2027. CEO Jim Farley expressed concerns over Chinese EV manufacturers, stating their production capacity exceeds 50 million vehicles, which surpasses U.S. annual sales. In 2025, BYD sold approximately 4.6 million vehicles, while Ford's global wholesales declined nearly 2% to 4.4 million units. The U.S. currently imposes tariffs of over 100% on Chinese vehicles, a factor that affects market dynamics and pricing strategies for U.S. automakers.