Hyundai and Kia also posted October sales drops for certain EV models, after demand swelled in September.
For U.S. automakers, 2025 has been a year of constant whipsawing around various patches of adversity. A confluence of factors has left consumers wary of large purchases, and many are holding on to their cars for longer and longer.
Ford, Kia and Hyundai reported massive declines in EV sales as many buyers pulled ahead purchases before credits ended under changes by the Trump administration. Only a limited number of automakers report monthly sales, but the results are an early indication of the expected fall in EV sales following the end of the federal incentives.
Ford Motor is recalling 79,781 vehicles in the U.S. that are at risk of having interior panels near the front doors that could detach and rear lights that may stop working, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Friday.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the new recall covers 163,256 Bronco Sport SUVs for front seats that may have loose bolts.
Ford Motor is recalling 227,006 vehicles in the U.S. over reasons ranging from windshield glass having air bubbles, inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system, and loose seat frames, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday.
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A dramatic market reaction following Ford Motor Company's NYSE: F third-quarter earnings announcement sent a clear signal to investors. After the report, Ford's stock price jumped more than 12% in the trading session, reaching a new 52-week high of $13.97 on exceptionally high trading volume.
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Ford Motor (F). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
Shares of a major automaker surged Friday on a strong earnings report, while a shoes and apparel maker lost ground after warning tariffs and higher prices could discourage shoppers.
Investors were so impressed by Ford Motor's third-quarter results that they overlooked a guidance cut.
Ford's disciplined hybrid and affordable EV strategy improves profitability outlook amid slower EV adoption.