Ford Scraps $1.6B Mexico Plant After Trump Pressure

Ford Scraps $1.6B Mexico Plant After Trump Pressure

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The video discusses Ford's decision to shift production within Mexico and its impact on jobs in the U.S. and Mexico. It highlights the influence of Trump's pro-business policies on the auto industry, particularly regarding fuel economy standards. The video also covers GM's response to Trump's comments about moving production from Mexico to Ohio, emphasizing the limited impact of such a move. Finally, it addresses broader concerns within the auto industry about potential tariffs and changes to NAFTA, affecting investments in Mexico.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Ford's plan for the Michigan plant?

To close the plant

To continue producing the Ford Focus

To start producing electric vehicles

To manufacture the Ford Bronco SUV and Ford Ranger pickup truck

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Ford seeking from the Trump administration?

Relaxation on fuel economy and greenhouse gas standards

Higher tariffs on imported cars

Subsidies for electric vehicle production

Increased import quotas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Trump criticize General Motors?

For not producing enough electric vehicles

For increasing car prices

For manufacturing the Chevy Cruze hatchback in Mexico

For closing a plant in Ohio

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did GM respond to Trump's criticism?

By agreeing to move all production to the US

By stating that the hatchback is mainly for export

By announcing a new plant in Ohio

By reducing the price of the Chevy Cruze

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential concern for automakers investing in Mexico?

A shortage of skilled labor

Lack of demand for vehicles

The possibility of new tariffs

High production costs