New Ford EV dealership requirements were confirmed. These new policies are part of the automaker's new companywide strategy.
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The latest re-selling requirements are expected to enhance the car manufacturer's dealership network of around 3,000 locations.
During the conference, which happened on Tuesday, Sept. 13, Ford executives met a small group of media.
Execs from the company's three divisions (Ford Model E, Ford Blue, and Ford Pro) and the company's CEO, Jim Farley, confirmed their new five dealership pillars.
New Ford EV Dealership Requirements Confirmed!
Electrek provided all the new Ford EV dealership requirements that the automaker will soon implement. These are specifically the following:
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- eCommerce (Dealers need to be transparent and offer a non-negotiable pricing system)
- Digital Experiences (Software and subscription opportunities must be provided. Ford Pass perks should also be available)
- Physical Experiences (Dealers must provide remote delivery to all Ford Model E consumers)
- Training (Dealers must have specialized EV teams that are knowledgeable when it comes to ownership and sales. Ford will have an EV University to train re-sellers)
- Charging (Dealers must have public DC fast chargers on Blue Oval Network)
All these new requirements are expected to strengthen Ford's EV sales both in retail and online selling activities.
What's the Catch?
According to CNBC's latest report, Ford dealers need to invest upward of $1 million in upgrades needed to sell all-electric cars.
This strategy will allow the automaker to cut overhead costs and boost profits at its retailers, enabling the company to align its business with Tesla.
As of writing, Ford said that dealers have until Oct. 31 to comply with the needed investment and the new requirements.
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Previously, the all-new Ford electric truck is reportedly under development.
Meanwhile, the Ford BlueCruise driver assist has been updated with an automatic lane-changing feature.
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