Ford selects Rockwell Automation to advance electric vehicle program

Ford Motor Company has selected Rockwell Automation as its vehicle operations primary controls and solutions provider for its next three electric vehicle assembly sites.

By jointly collaborating on assembly tooling designs and architectures that will increase speed to market, Rockwell can help machine builders to meet production customer demands and achieve on-time successful launches.

“We are strengthening the commitment to build world class electric vehicles for the future and fortifying the relationship between Rockwell and Ford that has been in place for more than 75 years,” said Blake Moret, chairman and CEO of Rockwell Automation. “We look forward to working closely with Ford and its ecosystem over the next several years to accelerate business outcomes and advance the company’s position as a global leader in the electric vehicle market.”

Jane Barr, vice president for global industry accounts at Rockwell Automation, added: “We’re honoured to be a part of Ford’s journey to accelerate the rollout of EVs to customers. Our open-system approach ensures EV production aligns with the latest industry standards, regulations, and customer expectations.”

Rockwell products and services will be utilised across a number of Ford’s automotive production complexes.