Ford is investing $5 billion in U.S. manufacturing to bring an all-new family of affordable electric vehicles to market, starting with a midsize electric truck coming in 2027. This bold move will create nearly 4,000 American jobs, launch a new EV platform, and debut a revolutionary production process at the Louisville Assembly Plant and BlueOval Battery Park Michigan.
A New Era: The Ford Universal EV Platform
Ford’s Universal EV Platform is designed to build multiple vehicle types at scale, electric, fun to drive, and digitally advanced. With over-the-air updates, your Ford will keep improving long after you drive it home.
The first model? A midsize four-door electric pickup with:
- Target starting price: around $30,000
- Performance: 0–60 mph as quick as a Mustang EcoBoost
- Space: more passenger room than a Toyota RAV4, plus a frunk and truck bed
- Launch: built in Louisville, available in 2027 for U.S. and export markets
Smarter Engineering for Lower Costs
The new platform isn’t just about speed and style. It’s about making EVs more affordable to own:
- 20% fewer parts and 25% fewer fasteners than typical vehicles
- 40% fewer workstations on the assembly floor
- 15% faster build time
- Lower 5-year cost of ownership than a used Tesla Model Y
Ford’s cobalt-free, nickel-free prismatic LFP batteries double as the vehicle floor, lowering the center of gravity for better handling, a quieter ride, and even more interior space.
The Breakthrough: The Ford Universal EV Production System
More than a century after inventing the moving assembly line, Ford is reinventing it. The Universal EV Production System swaps the traditional single conveyor for an “assembly tree” with three sub-assembly lines:
- Front vehicle section
- Rear vehicle section
- Structural battery pack—assembled with seats, consoles, and carpeting
Large aluminum unicastings replace dozens of smaller parts, cutting complexity and boosting precision. This system improves ergonomics for workers, reduces repetitive motions, and speeds up production by up to 40%.
Why This Matters for Albuquerque Drivers
This innovation means more affordable, better-performing EVs will be available right here in New Mexico built by American workers, with cutting-edge technology and engineering.
Whether you’re looking for a work-ready truck with zero emissions or an EV that’s fun to drive and easy to maintain, Ford’s next generation of electric vehicles is built to deliver.
FAQ
When will Ford’s midsize electric truck be available?
Production is scheduled to begin in 2027 at the Louisville Assembly Plant.
How much will it cost?
Ford targets a starting MSRP of around $30,000.
What’s special about prismatic LFP batteries?
They’re more affordable, cobalt-free, nickel-free, and serve as part of the vehicle’s structure—improving space, handling, and durability.
Will this EV be fun to drive?
Absolutely—expect instant torque, a low center of gravity, and a 0–60 time as quick as a Mustang EcoBoost.
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