Ford and LG Energy Solutions intend to transfer part of the production of batteries for the Mustang Mach-E from Poland to the US state of Michigan in 2025. In this way, the companies want to qualify, among others. to tax benefits under the IRA Reduction Act inflationwhich supports business – we read in the official statement.
Ford is moving battery production. Instead of Wrocław, they will be built in Michigan
– An affordable electric vehicle starts with an inexpensive battery. If you are not competitive in terms of costs batteries, you're not competitive at all,” said Ford Chairman and CEO Jim Farley.
– These agreements confirm our experience and knowledge in powering commercial vehicles with innovative battery technologies designed for work in extreme conditions. By leveraging our local manufacturing capabilities, we will position ourselves as a leader in the European market and deliver unrivaled value to our customers with advanced battery technologies that effectively meet a variety of needs,” said David Kim, CEO of LG Energy Solution, quoted in the announcement.
LG Energy Solution Wrocław is the largest factory in Europe producing batteries for electric cars
So far, batteries for electric Ford models, including: for the Mach-E model, were produced at the LG Energy Solution factory Wrocław in Biskupice Podgórne. It is the largest plant producing batteries for electric vehicles in Poland Europeemploys approx. 10 thousand people. The company produces 700 thousand EV batteries per year.