Ford is shifting its electric vehicle focus toward smaller, more affordable models. The full-size F-150 Lightning's replacement, named T3, is now set for 2027, with the e-Transit van coming a year later. Current EV adoption rates are slower than anticipated, attributed to extended vehicle development times and the lack of sufficient charging infrastructure. The F-150 Lightning, while well-received, faces challenges with high energy demands and costs that surpass initial consumer expectations, resulting in lower sales than predicted.
The Ford Motor Company is focusing on smaller, more affordable EVs, delaying the F-150 Lightning replacement until 2027 and e-Transit van until 2028.
EV adoption is slower than expected, despite initial hype, due to lengthy vehicle development and inadequate charging infrastructure to appeal to mainstream consumers.
The Ford F-150 Lightning, while a well-designed truck, struggles with energy demands and pricing that exceeds consumer expectations, limiting its sales potential.
Full-size electric pickups require large batteries to meet range needs, making them significantly more expensive than anticipated, affecting their sales success.
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