Ford CEO on Plans to Offer Fully Autonomous Car by 2021

The transcript discusses the development and strategy for level 4 autonomous vehicles, focusing on business strategies, partnerships, and industry comparisons. It highlights the importance of fully autonomous vehicles, safety considerations, and regulatory policies. The discussion also covers the company's strategy in China and investments in technology companies to support their vision.

What is the company's target year for mass-producing fully autonomous vehicles?

• 2020

• 2021

• 2022

• 2023

Why is the company doubling its workforce in Silicon Valley?

• To increase production of traditional vehicles

• To enhance customer service

• To develop autonomous vehicle technology

• To expand into new markets

What is the company's approach to partnerships in the autonomous vehicle industry?

• Partnering only with tech companies

• Avoiding all partnerships

• Focusing on large deals

• Engaging in small, strategic partnerships

How does the company view its role in the ride-sharing business?

• As a direct competitor to Uber

• As a technology provider

• As uninterested in ride-sharing

• As a potential partner through pilots

What is the company's stance on collaborating with tech giants like Google and Apple?

• They prefer to compete directly

• They have already partnered with both

• They are open if it makes business sense

• They are not open to collaboration

Why does the company focus on fully autonomous vehicles instead of semi-autonomous models?

• They lack the technology for semi-autonomous models

• They want to eliminate the driver completely

• They believe semi-autonomous models are safer

• They are following industry trends

What is the company's strategy regarding its business in China?

• To partner exclusively with local companies

• To exit the market

• To focus solely on traditional vehicles

• To integrate mobility solutions with its core business