News: Ford EVs will use Tesla charging tech in surprise partnership between rival automakers

Ford Motor and Tesla have announced a partnership for charging initiatives, marking an unusual collaboration between the two automakers. Ford owners will gain access to Tesla Superchargers across the US and Canada through an adapter, starting in early 2024. Additionally, Ford's upcoming generation of electric vehicles (EVs) will feature Tesla's charging plug, enabling Ford vehicle owners to charge at Tesla Superchargers without an adapter. The move positions Ford as one of the first automakers to integrate into the Tesla charging network. The partnership comes as Ford aims to boost its EV production and compete with Tesla in the EV market. While Tesla remains the dominant player in the EV sector, Ford secured the second-highest sales of fully electric vehicles in the US last year. The collaboration was announced during a live discussion on Twitter Spaces between Ford CEO Jim Farley and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, showcasing a unique rivalry between the two executives. Musk has previously praised Ford as a historic American company. Further details on pricing and launch date specifics will be disclosed closer to the anticipated 2024 launch. This partnership reflects a growing recognition among automakers of the need for collaboration in charging infrastructure to address the challenges of different plug standards.