Beginning last year, several governments in North America and Europe engaged with Ford to discuss how our highly capable commercial vehicles and cutting-edge technologies could support their modern defense needs.
These governments recognize that the vehicles, features, and software we provide to construction fleets, utility crews and other workers in the essential economy through Ford Pro are exactly what they need to modernize their own vehicle fleets. Some governments already rely on Ford vehicles for security, from military transport in Ford Ranger vehicles to our Police Interceptor solutions.
The logic is simple: Speed, scale, capability, and durability.
Traditional, purpose-built military hardware takes years to develop and costs billions. By using commercial, off-the-shelf solutions from Ford, governments can access world-class technology at a fraction of the time and cost.
Our F-Series and Ranger platforms and their respective Super Duty lines are already built for some of the most punishing terrains and jobs on earth. Innovations like Pro Power Onboard, which turns a truck into a mobile power source, and our reliability and service parts availability are elements that traditional military vehicles cannot match.
While Ford proudly assembles more vehicles in America than any other manufacturer, our perspective is global. Security is a collaborative effort, and our international operations are central to this vision. The Ford Ranger, for example, is built and sold around the world, making it an ideal candidate for international defense cooperation.
As we explore these opportunities, our mission is clear: we are focused on supporting those in uniform with mobility, safety, and transport.
We have always partnered with government customers in times of peace, crisis, and conflict to serve society. During World War II, Ford’s assembly lines produced hundreds of thousands of aircraft, trucks, and engines for the Allied effort.
Following the War, Ford actively hired disabled veterans. More recently, during the COVID-19 pandemic, we pivoted our global manufacturing expertise to produce millions of pieces of personal protective equipment and ventilators.
Today, Ford’s Proud to Honor initiative works with veteran and military service organizations to support the community through events like Bronco Off-Roadeo for veteran families and recently a benefit concert for military families.
We are still in the early stages of this work. While we have not finalized any specific projects in the defense market, the dialogue with governments in North America and Europe remains productive.
We are approaching this opportunity with the same discipline that defines the Ford+ plan. We are looking for ways to grow that build on our core strengths, are less cyclical, more tech-driven, and align with our values.
Ford has always been at its best when the world needs us most. By exploring how we can support the men and women of the military with cutting-edge vehicle technology, we are once again showing up to help build a more secure and resilient future.
