In June, Ford and Volkswagen signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a deep partnership between the two companies to develop new commercial vehicles and "better respond to the ever-evolving needs of consumers."
A report from the Detroit Bureau said that the partnership could evolve into a full-fledged merger between the two companies, according to informed sources, which would emerge from the world's largest automaker, a logical step - if it actually happened - as Volkswagen would benefit from Ford's strong experience and position. In the US market, specifically in the pickup and SUV categories, while Ford will benefit from Volkswagen's help in Europe, Latin America and China, all of which Ford has not yet been able to excel in.
For example, Ford will benefit from Volkswagen's extensive efforts to develop generators and hybrids. In contrast, Ford will help the German manufacturer improve its image in the United States following the recent diesel emissions scandal by developing a built-in common pickup On Ranger.
The new CEO, Jim Hackett, has expressed his desire to take a different and revolutionary approach to Ford, and has already begun by abandoning the production of sedans and coupe and focusing on pick-ups, crossovers and SUVs. Beside the development of electric cars and self.
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