TECH CHARGED EPISODE 22 - FORD’S EV FUTURE WITH SKUNKWORKS, AFFORDABLE PLATFORM IN KY AND T3 DELAYS

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This episode of Tech Charged delves into Ford's evolving EV strategy, highlighting the opening of their secretive 'Skunkworks' facility in Long Beach and the anticipated launch of an affordable EV platform in Kentucky. The discussion unpacks the significant delay of the T3 electric truck to 2028, a move attributed to strategic pivots and financial realities, including substantial losses on current EV models like the Lightning and Mach-E. The hosts emphasize Ford's shift towards more cost-effective EVs, potentially priced around $25-30k, leveraging technologies like LFP batteries and Giga Casting to achieve affordability. While current Ford EVs like the Lightning are praised for their lack of battery degradation and consistent charge curves, the future affordable models are expected to prioritize cost over bleeding-edge features like Level 3 autonomy. The conversation also touches on global EV adoption trends observed in Europe and the competitive landscape, suggesting Ford's new affordable platform aims to capture a broader market segment, akin to the success of the Chevrolet Equinox EV.