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Ford Is Delaying North American Production "Indefinitely"
• https://www.zerohedge.com, Tyler DurdenCiting risks associated with the coronavirus, the automaker has said the the suspension is "indefinite" and has not set a timeline to bring its facilities back online, according to Bloomberg. The company is currently working with the UAW to establish new guidelines for safety procedures before re-opening.
The union announced the death of two Ford plant workers on March 28 as a result of the coronavirus.
UAW President Rory Gamble said on Tuesday: "Today's decision by Ford is the right decision for our members, their families and our nation. Would I send my family member -- my own son or daughter -- into that plant and be 100% certain they are safe?"
The shutdowns continue to cost Ford billions of dollars. Despite this, there is no rush to re-open as demand will likely be "depressed for months". Meanwhile, Ford's plans to produce ventilators during the week of April 20, in conjunction with GE, remains on schedule.