FORD'S NEXT MODEL T MOMENT // THIS IS THE END OF TESLA?

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Ford has unveiled its "universal electric vehicle platform" at the Louisville Assembly Plant, aiming for a "Model T moment" with a new midsize electric truck slated for a 2027 release. The company emphasizes radical simplification, efficiency, and flexibility in its design and manufacturing process, including a "tree" assembly formation and gigacasting. The new truck is promised to be spacious, offer a frunk and bed, fast charging, and vehicle-to-home power capabilities, with a target starting price of $30,000 (excluding batteries). Ford acknowledges the significant risks and challenges, contrasting its approach with competitors who might offshore production. While the platform is designed for EVs, the focus is on affordability and domestic manufacturing, aiming to create profitable, sustainable vehicles for American workers. The presentation highlighted manufacturing innovations and community investment, though a physical vehicle or detailed specifications were not revealed.