Overview
- BlueOval SK confirmed the elimination of all Kentucky-based positions at the Glendale site, and workers will receive 60 days of pay and benefits.
- Hardin County’s judge executive said Ford intends to convert the facility to lithium iron phosphate battery production for utility and commercial storage uses.
- County officials reported Ford indicated about 2,100 jobs after the transition, while the company has not provided a firm timetable or rehiring guarantees.
- A company spokesperson said laid-off employees can apply for future positions, and WDRB reported shipments from the repurposed plant are planned by late 2027.
- The move coincides with Ford pausing F-150 Lightning production and taking roughly a $19.5 billion EV-related charge, intensifying local concern over incentive agreements and economic plans.