Ford pressed by union to clarify Oakville plans after reports EVs to be delayed

ford_oakville transformation.png — Ford's $1.3 billion USD retooling project, which received joint support from the federal and Ontario governments, will overhaul the plant’s footprint. (SUPPLIED PHOTO)

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Automotive News Canada

March 21, 2024 01:40 PM

The union representing 3,000 hourly workers at Ford Motor Co.’s assembly plant in Oakville, Ontario, wants answers from the company following reports the automaker is delaying electric vehicle production at the facility.

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