Ford Will Take $19.5 Billion Hit as It Rolls Back E.V. Plans - The New York Times

kept by eddie dec 16, 25

Ford announced a $19.5 billion writedown due to scaling back electric vehicle plans in favor of more hybrid and gasoline models.

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