Ford will use Renault's Ampere platform to underpin two Ford-branded EVs, which are scheduled to arrive in showrooms by 2028. These will be smaller EVs, most likely city cars, to help fill a gap in Ford's lineup in Europe. The American automaker will take the lead on design and driving dynamics "to ensure these vehicles are distinctly Ford," the automaker said in a release. The two companies will also work together on developing commercial vans.
Renault and Ford have signed a partnership agreement to allow the latter to use the French company's Ampere platform to underpin two new EVs set to arrive in early 2028. Renault will also produce these new EVs for Ford under a deal similar to the one the Blue Oval previously signed with Volkswagen, which led to the creation of the Euro-spec Explorer and Capri.