Ford may import extra vehicles into the UK to avoid disruption if the Brexit proposals are rejected Getty ImagesFord has backed Theresa May’s Brexit deal, arguing that a “no deal” departure from the European Union would be a catastrophe. Steven Armstrong, head of Ford Europe, said the proposed deal was “not perfect” but at least allowed the carmaker to plan. He revealed Ford, as part of its contingency planning, was considering importing extra cars into the UK and stockpiling them to avoid disruption if the Brexit proposal is rejected by MPs. US-based Ford is a large player in the UK automotive sector. It operates two engine plants in the UK, which is its third biggest market, though it builds no vehicles in the country.

Source: The Times November 29, 2018 17:03 UTC