--- title: Ford Motor Company slug: ford-motor-company-b6bc5 url: /detay/ford-motor-company-b6bc5 type: article language: English entity: primary: Ford Motor Company type: article disambiguation: Ford Motor Company: Cars, trucks, and EVs. Global leader in automotive innovation since 1903. categories: - name: Industrial, Production And Automation Systems slug: endustri-uretim-ve-otomasyon-sistemleri url: /kategori/endustri-uretim-ve-otomasyon-sistemleri tags: - Ford author: Mustafa Yiğit Türkmen created_at: 2025-08-16T10:13:42.346822+03:00 updated_at: 2025-08-16T15:03:37.836251+03:00 image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/08/16/ZLDaLYeLBECKKzaiIbMeTVczTWKj98jj.jpg --- # Ford Motor Company ## KURE Information Cards ![ford.jpg](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/08/16/lHwmUv97FqASzC9cwjdAKyNQvFRFrguQ.jpg) *Ford Motor Company* | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Official Website(s) | www.ford.com | | Founder(s) | Henry Ford | | Meaning of the Emblem | The word "Ford" written in ornate lettering on a blue plate evokes a sense of nostalgic heritage. Since 1903, the Ford emblem has temporarily included the silhouette of Cologne Cathedral. | | Date of Establishment | June 16, 1903 | | Origin of the Name | Surname of the founder | | Place of Establishment | USA | ## Article Content **Ford Motor Company** is an automotive manufacturer founded in the state of Michigan, United States, in 1903. The company initiated a structural transformation in the industry by applying [mass production](/en/detay/mass-production-2582e/llms.txt) techniques in the field of automotive manufacturing. Its establishment took place in line with production goals aimed at expanding individual transportation. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/08/16/pqHT7sbf8eKYce2rTlFMPkmHRRjpF1E1.jpg) *Ford Logo (Official Website of Ford Motor Company)* ### **Historical Development** [Ford](/en/detay/ford-otomotiv-sirketi-846c4/llms.txt) was founded by Henry Ford in Detroit, Michigan. The [Model T](/en/detay/ford-model-t-0a38b/llms.txt), which began production in 1908, reached high-volume manufacturing capacity through [assembly line](/en/detay/assembly-line-74ecb/llms.txt) applications and is regarded as the beginning of a new era in automobile production. The production model implemented by Ford during this period has been referred to in the literature as “Fordism.” In the second half of the 20th century, various models such as the [Mustang](/en/detay/ford-mustang-3ac74/llms.txt) (1964), F-Series (1948), [Fiesta](/en/detay/ford-puma-faa30/llms.txt) (1976), and [Focus](/en/detay/ford-focus-56c63/llms.txt) (1998) were developed. In the 21st century, the company began investing in electric and software-supported mobility systems. ### **Product Range** ##### **Passenger Cars** - Fiesta - Focus - Mondeo - Mustang ##### **SUV and Pick-Up Models** - Kuga - Edge - Explorer - Ranger - F-150 ##### **Electric and Hybrid Vehicles** - Mustang Mach‑E - F-150 Lightning - E-Transit - Kuga Plug-in Hybrid - Explorer EV ##### **Commercial and Light Commercial Vehicles** - Transit - Tourneo - Courier - Custom ### **Electric Vehicle Technology and Production Strategy** Ford conducts its [electric vehicle](/en/detay/electric-vehicle/llms.txt) strategy through a separate division called “Model e.” Electric vehicle production began with the [Mustang Mach‑E](/en/detay/ford-mustang-bdfab/llms.txt), followed by the [F‑150 Lightning](/en/detay/ford-f-150-8824e/llms.txt) and E‑Transit models. The company’s electric vehicle development process involves areas such as battery systems, software-based driving systems, fast-charging infrastructure, and modular production platforms. ### **Global Production Network and Financial Data** As of 2024, Ford operates in over 100 production and assembly facilities. Manufacturing activities are carried out in countries including the United States, Canada, Germany, Mexico, China, and Turkey. The total vehicle production volume for the same year was approximately 4.5 million units. The company’s annual sales revenue exceeded 170 billion U.S. dollars. Due to high investment costs in the electric vehicle segment, temporary losses were reported; however, sales of internal combustion engine models partially offset this. ### **Market Distribution and Sales Data** In 2024, Ford’s regional sales performance was most prominent in the markets of North America, Europe, and the Middle East. The F-Series achieved high sales figures in the pickup category in the United States, while the Mustang Mach‑E and E-Transit were present in the European electric vehicle market. Growth was recorded in the commercial vehicle segment in the South American market. Electric vehicle sales increased by 38% compared to the previous year. ### **Strategic Goals** Ford aims to sell only [electric passenger vehicles](/en/detay/electric-vehicles-bf7e4/llms.txt) in Europe by 2030. Globally, the company plans for at least 50% of its product range to consist of electric vehicles. Its long-term strategic plans include the development of software-based services, advanced driver assistance systems, and autonomous driving technologies. Additionally, sustainability-focused investments are being carried out in line with the goal of carbon-neutral production. ## Academic Sources and References 1. Best-Selling Cars. “2024 Ford and Lincoln US Sales by Model.”https://www.best-selling-cars.com/usa/2024-full-year-usa-ford-and-lincoln-us-car-sales-by-model(Accessed August 16, 2025).Ford Motor Company. 2024 Annual Report & Form 10-K.https://shareholder.ford.com/financials/default.aspx(Accessed August 16, 2025).Ford Motor Company. “History.”https://corporate.ford.com/about/history.html(Accessed August 16, 2025).Ford Otosan. “Corporate Overview.”https://www.fordotosan.com.tr/tr/kurumsal/ford-otosan-hakkinda/ford-otosana-genel-bakis(Accessed August 16, 2025).Ford Otosan. “Corporate Website.”https://www.fordotosan.com.tr(Accessed August 16, 2025).The Verge. “Ford Lost $5 Billion on EVs in 2024.”https://www.theverge.com/news/607045/ford-q4-2024-earnings-ev-loss(Accessed August 16, 2025). 2. Ford’s cars models (as of 2025) are as follows:https://www.ford.com/ford-sales-events/?gnav=header-suvs-sse25(Accessed August 16, 2025).