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Expanding EV lineup with plans to introduce over 40 electric and hybrid models

Electric Vehicle Development

Advanced driver-assistance system allowing for hands-free operation in certain conditions

BlueCruise Technology

Development of collaborative robots, 3D printing, and augmented/virtual reality for manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

Advancing digital transformation in vehicle software and connectivity

Software-Defined Vehicles

Research into new transportation technologies and technologies at Michigan Central

Future Mobility

Ford's Research and Advanced Engineering (R&A) division develops future mobility solutions, integrating smart vehicles into a smart world. FordLabs conducts rapid experiments and research to address customer problems. The company's Silicon Valley presence fosters collaboration with technical and design talent. The Ford Robotics Building, a partnership with The University of Michigan, provides facilities for robotics and autonomous systems research.

Primary research facility for Ford R&A Europe

Ford Research and Innovation Center (RIC) in Aachen, Germany

Ford Development Center in Cologne, Germany

Ford proving ground in Lommel, Belgium

182,000 square foot facility focusing on connected vehicles, artificial intelligence, and advanced technologies

Ford Greenfield Labs

Historic campus for core automotive research and development

Research & Engineering Center

Focuses on software-led connected vehicles, artificial intelligence, and university research partnerships

Ford Atlanta Research and Innovation Center (FARIC)

135,000 square foot facility serving as an incubator for manufacturing innovations

Advanced Manufacturing Center

New mobility innovation district in Detroit's Corktown neighborhood

Michigan Central

A partnership between Ford and The University of Michigan, providing a dedicated research site for to robotics research and development at the University of Michigan.

Ford Robotics Building

Ford is actively researching and developing autonomous vehicle technology while also adding new computer-aided functionality to driving experience such as automatic lane changes.

Autonomous Vehicles

Significant portion of revenue allocated to research and development activities

Internal R&D Budget

Various research grants from government agencies

Government Grants

Collaborative funding through partnerships with academic institutions

University Partnerships

John Lambe

James Zimmerman

Arnold Silver

Robert Jaklevic

James Mercereau

Primary research facility in Silicon Valley, focusing on connected vehicles, artificial intelligence, and advanced technologies

Ford Research and Innovation Center (RIC) Palo Alto

Conducts research and develops technologies to prevent Ford from spending money on technologies customers don't want or need

FordLabs

World-class robotics facility in partnership with the University of Michigan, focusing on robots that fly, walk, roll and augment

182,000 square foot facility in Palo Alto, home to nearly 300 researchers, engineers, designers and scientists

Made a key breakthrough in 1964 with the invention of the superconducting quantum interference device (SQUID)

Ford Research Labs (Historical)

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Ford Motor Company

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is Ford's first all-electric SUV and one of the company's most significant electric vehicle initiatives. Launched in 2020, the Mach-E aims to bring the iconic Mustang nameplate into the electric era, offering a range of up to 300 miles and advanced technology features.

Ford Mustang Mach-E

The Ford F-150 Lightning is Ford's first all-electric pickup truck, set to launch in 2022. It aims to bring the iconic F-150 nameplate into the electric vehicle era, offering impressive towing and hauling capabilities while producing zero emissions.

Ford F-150 Lightning

The Ford Model T, introduced in 1908, was one of the most influential and groundbreaking projects in automotive history. It was the first affordable automobile for the masses, revolutionizing transportation and manufacturing with its assembly line production.

Ford Model T

Commercial autonomous ride-hailing service operating in Phoenix, Arizona and San Francisco, California

Waymo One

Autonomous trucking and local delivery technology development

Waymo Via

Development of sophisticated simulation tools for testing and validating autonomous driving systems

Advanced Simulation Environment

Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. (Google's parent company), was formed in 2009 and is a leader in the development of autonomous driving technology. Leveraging Google's extensive engineering expertise and vast computing resources, Waymo has made significant strides in self-driving technology. The company conducts extensive real-world testing in multiple cities and utilizes private test tracks and advanced simulation environments to develop and validate its autonomous driving systems.

Main headquarters and primary research center

Waymo Headquarters

Private test facility for autonomous vehicles

Waymo Castle

Operational hub for autonomous vehicle fleet in Phoenix area

Waymo Depot - Chandler

Engineering center focusing on vehicle integration

Waymo Engineering Center - Detroit

Research center focusing on urban autonomous driving

Waymo Research Center - San Francisco

Hub for autonomous trucking operations and research

Waymo Trucking Hub - Dallas

Waymo, the autonomous driving technology company, announced a strategic shift to focus primarily on its ride-hailing service, Waymo One, in 2023. The company cites significant momentum and commercial opportunities in this sector as the reason for their decision.

Waymo announces strategic shift to focus on ride-hailing services

Waymo Via is Waymo's autonomous trucking and logistics solution, aimed at improving the efficiency and safety of freight transportation. In June 2022, Waymo Via and Uber Freight announced a long-term strategic partnership to deploy autonomous trucks at scale on the Uber Freight network.

Primary funding through parent company Alphabet Inc.

Alphabet Inc.

Additional funding rounds from external investors

External Investors

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Waymo LLC

Waymo Driver is Waymo's self-driving technology that powers their autonomous ride-hailing service and trucking operations. It uses advanced sensors, software, and AI to navigate roads safely without human intervention. Waymo has been testing and refining this technology for over a decade, making it one of the most advanced self-driving systems in the world.

Waymo Driver

Waymo One is Waymo's commercial autonomous ride-hailing service, launched in 2020 in parts of Phoenix, Arizona. It allows members of the public to hail self-driving cars from Waymo's fleet for transportation around the service area.

Waymo Via is Waymo's autonomous trucking and logistics solution. It aims to deploy self-driving trucks for long-haul and freight transportation, with the goal of improving efficiency, safety, and sustainability in the logistics industry.

Waymo LLC

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