Since the outbreak of the epidemic, the chip shortage problem that plagues major automakers around the world seems to have not been completely solved. Recently, due to the impact of chip supply shortages again, Ford announced that it will suspend production at three auto plants in Michigan, Illinois and Mexico for a full week starting Feb. 7.
Ford Muskang Mach-E
Affected by the plant shutdown, the production capacity of Ford's popular model Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle will be affected. In addition, production of the Ford F-150, Ranger pickup, and Mustang, Explorer and Lincoln pilot SUVs will also be affected. Despite the more optimistic outlook for the automotive semiconductor industry in 2022, automakers are still struggling to overcome the adverse effects of the semiconductor shortage, and Ford's fore has to reduce production of its most popular models illustrates the seriousness of the problem.
Automobile production line
In addition to suspending production in the three regions mentioned above, Ford said it would also temporarily cancel production of the F-150 pickup truck in Kansas City. In addition, Ford will also make shifts or shorten the schedule at its plants in Dearborn, Kentucky and Louisville, while factories in Oakville, Canada, will eliminate overtime.
In addition to Ford, other car manufacturers are not having a good time, the German auto giant Volkswagen Group expects that although the chip supply situation in the second half of this year may ease, but due to the limited production capacity of the semiconductor industry and the soaring demand for consumer electronics, the problem of automotive chips may remain difficult to solve this year.