Today we dive into the biggest electric-vehicle story of the day: Ford has officially partnered with Renault to develop a new wave of affordable electric cars for Europe.

This bold move isn’t just another industry handshake — it’s a strategic response to what Ford CEO Jim Farley calls a “fight for our lives” as Chinese EV makers continue to dominate the lower-priced EV segment. In this episode, we break down:

• Why Ford chose Renault as its EV partner

• What kinds of electric vehicles will come from this alliance

• How the deal helps Ford compete against aggressive Chinese automakers

• What this means for the future of affordable EVs in Europe

• Why collaboration may now be the new competitive edge in the auto industry

Whether you follow EV tech, global auto strategy, or the affordability battle shaping the next decade, this is a story worth understanding.

Sources Featured in Today’s Episode

• Ford & Renault Partnership Announcement – Ford Media Center
  https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/feu/en/news/2025/12/09/Ford-and-Renault-Group-form-strategic-partnership.html

• Competitive pressure from Chinese automakers – Business Standard / Reuters
  https://www.business-standard.com/industry/auto/ford-to-use-renault-tech-plants-for-affordable-european-evs-against-china-125120900389_1.html