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Ford starts battery pack assembly in Cologne.

  • Published In: Aroq - Just-Auto.com (Global News), 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Leggett, David 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Ford's initiation of mass assembly for vehicle drive battery packs at its Cologne Electric Vehicle Center, specifically for the new electric models, the Ford Explorer and Ford Capri. This effort is part of a $2 billion investment aimed at modernizing the historic Cologne plant, enhancing production efficiency, and reducing transportation needs through a fully digitalized facility. The new battery assembly line features advanced automation, including 180 robots, and is designed to produce battery packs from approximately 2,775 individual components. Additionally, Ford is expanding its electric vehicle production capacity across various European locations, including Romania and Turkey. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Aroq - Just-Auto.com (Global News). 2025/06, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:185965130
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