Ford Motor Co. has a long history associated with Chicago. In fact, that connection goes back several decades before its current assembly plant was constructed.
Both Ford facilities have undergone major transformations since they received the award, due to the evolving nature of the auto industry and changing consumer demand.
Two recipients of the Assembly Plant of the Year award (Ford and Kenworth) are using state-of-the-art tools and technology to produce electric vehicles.
COLOGNE, Germany—Ford Motor Co. flagship European factory here is testing AI-powered automated driving technology designed to enable electric vehicles to drive themselves off the assembly line.
OAKVILLE, ON—Ford Motor Co. plans to invest more than $1 billion to transform its flagship Canadian assembly plant here into a state-of-the-art hub for electric vehicle manufacturing.