US Warns Ford Over Ties with Chinese Firms Amid Tensions The recent warning from US officials to Ford Motor Company over its ties with Chinese firms highlights the ongoing trade tensions between Washington and Beijing.
Beneath this surface level issue, however, lies a more profound concern about America's supply chain vulnerabilities and the need for businesses to prioritize national security.
One key issue raised by the Department of Transportation (DOT) is Ford's partnership with CATL, a Chinese battery maker banned by the US Department of Defense since January 2025.