Ford Achieves Record-breaking Quarter with 72,608 EV Sales in 2023, Secures Second Spot in US EV Market

Ford Mustang Mach-E in Carbonized Gray Mettalic. (Credit: Ford)

Ford concluded 2023 on a high note, marking its best-ever quarter for electric vehicle (EV) sales and solidifying its position as the second top-selling EV brand in the United States, trailing industry leader Tesla. Ford’s recent data, released on Wednesday, highlighted impressive growth in its EV division, Model e, culminating in a record-breaking total of 72,608 electric cars sold throughout the year.

The F-150 Lightning and E-Transit emerged as standouts, claiming the best-seller titles in their respective segments and contributing to a substantial 24% increase in sales during the final quarter. Notably, despite not introducing any new EV models in 2023, Ford experienced an 18% surge in EV sales compared to the previous year.

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The F-150 Lightning, in particular, demonstrated noteworthy success with a remarkable 55% increase in sales, while the Mustang Mach-E achieved a 3% rise, and sales of the E-Transit van saw an 18% jump. Despite facing challenges such as labor strikes and supply issues, Ford’s CEO, Jim Farley, expressed pride in the company’s achievement of becoming the second best-selling EV brand in the US.

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Ford F-150 Lightning. (Credit: Ford)

While Ford has delayed approximately $12 billion in EV spending and is scaling back its EV plans, the company’s success in 2023 suggests a strong market position. Farley hinted at future EV releases built on the company’s next-generation architecture, indicating ongoing commitment to electric mobility.

The strategic shift and record-breaking year for Ford come at a time when the company faces challenges such as labor strikes and supply chain disruptions. Despite achieving remarkable success, Ford is making adjustments, including reducing production of the F-150 Lightning and implementing price increases of up to $10,000 for the 2024 model year.

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