Since 1903

About Ford

For over 120 years, Ford has been building vehicles that move people forward — from the Model T to the F-150 Lightning.

120+

Years of Innovation

#1

Selling Truck 47 Years Running

$11B+

EV Investment by 2026

175K+

Global Employees

Our Purpose

Mission & Values

"We believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We are in the business of moving people toward their dreams."

People First

We put people — customers, employees, and communities — at the center of everything we do.

Global Reach

Operating in over 100 countries, Ford connects the world through trusted vehicles and services.

Built to Last

Over 120 years of engineering excellence and a relentless commitment to quality and safety.

Sustainable Future

Leading the charge toward a zero-emissions future with industry-leading EV investments.

Our Story

120+ Years of History

1903

Henry Ford founds Ford Motor Company in Detroit, Michigan.

1908

The Model T launches — making cars affordable for everyday Americans.

1913

Ford introduces the moving assembly line, revolutionizing manufacturing.

1948

The iconic F-Series pickup truck debuts, launching the best-selling vehicle lineage in history.

1964

The Ford Mustang introduces a new era of American muscle cars.

2004

Ford introduces the F-150 with the revolutionary all-aluminum body.

2021

Ford announces an $11 billion EV investment and the Mustang Mach-E launches to acclaim.

2022

F-150 Lightning electrifies the truck segment; Ford reorganizes into Ford Blue, Ford Model e, and Ford Pro.

2024

Ford surpasses 150,000 EV sales, expanding the electric lineup globally.

The Road Ahead

Ford's Electric Future

Ford is committed to leading the electric vehicle revolution. With over $11 billion committed to EV development, we're building a cleaner, smarter future — without sacrificing the performance and toughness you expect from Ford.

  • Mustang Mach-E: Our first all-electric SUV
  • F-150 Lightning: Electrifying America's best-selling truck
  • Ford Pro: Leading commercial EV fleet solutions
  • BlueOval SK: Battery factories creating American jobs
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