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Ford and Renault Partner to Build Two Affordable EVs in Europe From 2028

The tie-up seeks cost savings to accelerate scale against rising Chinese competition.

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CEO of Ford Jim Farley speaks during a press conference as Renault Group and Ford announce the formation of a strategic partnership for passenger and commercial vehicles, in Paris, France, December 8, 2025. REUTERS/Tom Nicholson
CEO of Ford Jim Farley and CEO of Renault Group Francois Provost react during a press conference as Renault Group and Ford announce the formation of a strategic partnership for passenger and commercial vehicles, in Paris, France, December 8, 2025. REUTERS/Tom Nicholson
CEO of Renault Group Francois Provost reacts during a press conference as Renault Group and Ford announce the formation of a strategic partnership for passenger and commercial vehicles, in Paris, France, December 8, 2025. REUTERS/Tom Nicholson

Overview

  • Two Ford-branded passenger EVs will use Renault's Ampere platform and be built at the ElectriCity hub in northern France.
  • Ford will lead the design and driving dynamics to ensure the models carry clear Ford brand character.
  • The first car is slated for European showrooms in early 2028 and will target a smaller segment than Ford's planned U.S. EVs.
  • The companies also signed a Letter of Intent to explore joint development and manufacturing of selected light commercial vans in Europe.
  • Ford positioned the partnership as a competitiveness push versus lower-cost Chinese entrants and called on EU policymakers to align CO2 targets with market demand and strengthen incentives.