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Ford’s German union fears bankruptcy risk despite $5B help from U.S. parent

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Ford's new EVs, the Explorer (shown) and Capri crossovers, which are built in Cologne, had a slow sales start amid Europe's tepid EV market. (FORD MOTOR CO.)
March 11, 2025 09:18 AM

Union leaders at Ford Motor Co.’s Germany-based business fear an increased risk of bankruptcy for the automaker’s European operations despite a €4.4 billion ($4.8 billion) cash injection from the U.S. parent.

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