Ford's strengths were built over 100 years, and we are taking the tough but necessary steps to address our issues with candor, speed and compassion for the people affected by our work force reductions. This next chapter in Ford's history will be remembered for our renewed commitment to innovation and as the time we moved boldly to prepare Ford's North American business to face global competition.
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Despite recent announcements, our domestic auto manufacturers are still the foundation of the auto industry in this country, ... We still employ nearly 90 percent of the workers in our industry. We still manufacture 75 percent of the cars and trucks made in America. We purchase 80 percent of all U.S. auto parts.Bill Ford
Nearly a decade ago, the government offered subsidies to their domestic auto suppliers to build hybrid batteries, which are one of the most expensive components of today's hybrid vehicles. That gave them a head-start.
Bill Ford
Every day is a big test, ... It's not going to be a bed of roses for the next number of quarters. But we are making progress. I feel very good about where we are from a leadership standpoint.
Bill Ford
We recognize that our fourth-quarter results forecast is unacceptable and we are working with a laser-like focus to improve our performance,
Bill Ford
We will be making painful sacrifices to protect Ford's heritage and secure our future. Going forward, we will be able to deliver more innovative products, better returns for our shareholders and stability in the communities where we operate.
Bill Ford
Today, we declare the resurgence of Ford. Here is what we will not stand for incremental change, avoiding risk, thinking short-term, blocking innovation, tying our people's hands, defending procedures that don't make sense, and selling what we have instead of what the customer wants. In short, we will not stand for business as usual.
Bill Ford
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