'Upset' Ford hits back at US transport secretary; says: Your letter is factually wrong

In a recent statement, US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy encouraged Ford to cut its partnership with CATL and Geely. He voiced significant worries regarding Ford's increasing reliance on strategic rivals. However, Ford dismissed these concerns as a mere publicity stunt, emphasizing its commitment to American investments and the operation of its Michigan battery facility, which provides employment to local workers.

Source: Times of India September 14, 2026 02:10 UTC