Ford starts production of F-150 Lightning electric truck
The new truck, which is the electric version of its bestselling F-150 truck, is Ford’s attempt at making its place in the electric vehicle market for trucks
By Shubhangi Mathur
Published - Apr 27, 2022, 02:52 AM ET
Last Updated - Feb 23, 2024, 10:10 AM EST
• About 200,000 customers have made reservations for the Lightning
Ford Motor Co (NYSE: F) on Tuesday began manufacturing of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck, as demand for electric vehicles increases.
The new truck, which is the electric version of its bestselling F-150 truck, is Ford’s attempt at making its place in the electric vehicle market for trucks.
The Dearborn, Mich., auto maker is increasing the production of the electric truck due to the rising demand.