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May 13th, 2026 | Ford cracks down on suppliers; APMA’s Flavio Volpe on USMCA talks
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- Automotive News Daily Drive
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- May 13, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 985
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Summary
Ford is putting suppliers with quality problems on a “no bid” list and pushing parts makers to sign three-year cost savings plans. Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa says partnerships will be key to the company’s turnaround strategy. Plus, Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association, discusses what Canadian suppliers want from USMCA negotiations.