UAW Says Ford F-150 Lightning EV Sales ‘Tanking’: We Know Why

Ford seems to have given up on selling F-150 Lighting EV pickup trucks. Customers do not desire one for a clear reason.

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Although Ford's EV sales are increasing by about 15% this year, the F-150 Lightning EV situation is hidden by this statistic.

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Its third quarter of 2023 results show a staggering 45% decline.

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This information relates to Ford's decision to eliminate one shift from the Lightning assembly line for "supply-chain disruptions and quality checks."

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Could the cost of the F-150 Lightning be the cause?

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