James Farley
James Farley is the President and CEO of Ford Motor Company, a major American automotive manufacturer. He has been with Ford since 2020 and has played a critical role in the company’s strategic direction, focusing on electric vehicle development and sustainability. Farley has a background in marketing and operational leadership, having previously held various positions at Toyota and Lexus. He emphasizes innovation and adaptation in the automotive industry, particularly in response to changing consumer preferences and regulatory landscapes. Recently, he has been in the news for voicing concerns about potential U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada and Mexico, warning that such measures could have devastating effects on the U.S. auto industry.
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James Farley, a prominent Democratic politician-turned-Coca Cola Export Corporation chairman, first met Chiang in China in 1946 and maintained ties with him.
Taiwan in Time: Coca-Cola: The president’s favorite banned drink
Taiwan· 2025-07-27
James Farley, Ford Motor’s chief executive officer, warned in February the tariffs will 'blow a hole' in the industry.
U.S. auto industry appeals to Trump to reverse course on tariffs
Canada· 2025-04-25
James Farley, Ford Motor’s chief executive officer, warned that the tariffs will 'blow a hole' in the industry.
Stellantis to close Windsor plant for two weeks to deal with U.S. tariffsCanada· 2025-04-03
James Farley, Ford Motor’s chief executive officer, warned in February that the tariffs will 'blow a hole' in the U.S. industry.
Carney says Canada cannot rely on U.S. any longer and must achieve ‘economic autonomy’Canada· 2025-03-27
James Farley, Ford Motor’s chief executive officer, warned that the tariffs will 'blow a hole' in the U.S. industry.
Trump announces 25% tariffs on vehicles imported to U.S., including from CanadaCanada· 2025-03-26
Ford Motor Co. CEO James Farley said tariffs are creating 'cost and chaos' that could devastate the North American auto industry.
Market Factors: American Unexceptionalism - The Globe and MailCanada· 2025-02-20
James Farley, Ford Motor’s chief executive officer, warned that the tariffs will 'blow a hole' in the U.S. industry.
Automotive industry will see disruption from U.S. tariffs on imports, Magna CEO warnsCanada· 2025-02-14
Ford’s James Farley warns that Mr. Trump’s tariffs are creating 'cost and chaos' for the automaker.
Ford CEO says steel, aluminum tariffs would devastate U.S. auto industry and benefit international rivalsCanada· 2025-02-11