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Ford' s Latest Initiative Is A Dream Come True For New Mechanics

Jun. 19, 2022 8:46 AM ET by Jarryd Neves Industry News / Comments A new generation of Ford products requires a new generation of technicians. Just recently, Ford announced it will invest $3.7 billion into the production of new EVs and ICE-powered vehicles, such as the upcoming S650 Mustang and the eagerly-awaited Ranger. The hefty expenditure will also create a staggering 6,200 jobs as the company ramps up production of its commercial electric vehicles. Aside from this, the Blue Oval has been making a different type of investment, by providing unique opportunities to fledgling mechanics across the country. Together with participating dealerships, the automaker's Sponsor Our Students (SOS) program is providing much-needed experience to scholars hoping to make it as automotive technicians. The initiative is available to high school and community college students, with more than 1,000 Ford and Lincoln dealers providing work-based learning in their respective service departments. Ford Pexels.com Pexels.com Since the program's commencement in April, more than 3,600 car-loving students have enrolled with Ford hoping to attract an additional 1,400 before year-end. Throughout the process, trainee mechanics will learn how to carry out maintenance on both EVs like the Ford Mustang Mach-E and gas-powered vehicles such as the F-150 pickup truck. Ford's vice president of customer service explains why the company is pioneering this program. "Recruiting and retaining quality auto technicians is increasingly becoming one of the biggest challenges facing the retail automotive industry today and why building the dealer technician pipeline is so important," said Frederiek Toney. This initiative also reduces the time and cost associated with training new service staff. Aside from experience, there are plenty of opportunities in store for students. If hired by their sponsoring dealer, there's a chance to receive specialized training within the Ford dealer network. Ford Ford Ford Ford This will allow them to pursue a particular field within the automotive technician trade, which is the end goal. "Our goal is to build senior master technicians from the ground up and we are doing this for the customer," remarked Zach Brandt, general manager at a New Mexico Ford dealer. "These [sponsored] technicians are also more loyal to you and are better techs for it." Ford notes the program is currently only available in the USA but hopes to see the scheme applied in other regions. We applaud the Blue Oval for providing the youth with a meaningful program which will equip them for the future and teach them useful skills. Judging by how strongly Ford's electric vehicles are performing on the sales charts, the next generation of Ford technicians should have their hands full for years to come. Ford Ford Ford Ford

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Ford Mustang Mach-E Jarryd Neves Associate Editor After wandering onto the wrong career path, Jarryd quickly abandoned his legal studies to pursue a career in journalism. An internship at a leading motoring magazine nurtured his love for reporting and prepared him for the world of finance and investment writing. Thrilling as it was, Jarryd's first love has always been motoring, and joining CarBuzz in 2022 put him back where he belongs - covering the latest automotive news and events. In his spare time, he trawls the classifieds for cheap (and ruinous) classic luxury sedans or simply cruises around in his own aging German luxobarge. Contact Jarryd @jarrydneves LoginSign Up Home News Features Car Reviews Car Advice 2021 CarBuzz Awards New Cars Used Cars Future Cars Compare Cars Sell My Car Car Dealerships Buy Here Pay Here Used Car Reviews Popular Tags Cars # Video # TOP # Spy Shots # Reveal # Rumor # Auto Show # Supercar # Tuning # Car Culture # Industry News # Motorsport Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Make Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Car Type SUVs Crossovers Sedans Coupes Trucks Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Luxury Cars Electric Cars Hybrid Cars Future Cars By Price Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K Back To Top