Ford Hits Back at US Transport Secretary Over Battery Deal Criticism Ford has dismissed criticism from the US transportation secretary over its partnership with Chinese battery manufacturer CATL as "factually wrong.
" The company's statement comes after Sean Duffy expressed "profound concern" about the deal, citing concerns about strategic dependencies on foreign companies.
The controversy revolves around Ford's efforts to meet growing demand for electric vehicles. Many manufacturers are partnering with Chinese battery suppliers due to their technical expertise and economies of scale.