Ford CEO calls for level playing field in USMCA talks

Ford CEO Jim Farley said the company wants trade rules under the reopened USMCA talks to favor automakers that build most of their vehicles in the United States. He argued that companies relying more heavily on imports should face tougher treatment if the goal is to support domestic production. Farley said Ford stands out because it assembles more than 2 million vehicles in the U.S. each year and exports hundreds of thousands of them to global markets. He contrasted that with rivals such as General Motors and Toyota, which also sell heavily in the U.S. while importing a large share of their vehicles. The comments come as the U.S., Canada, and Mexico revisit the North American trade pact. Industry groups have warned that changes to the agreement could add uncertainty for automakers, suppliers, and dealers, potentially affecting investment and jobs.