Ford Motor Co (NYSE:F) CEO Jim Farley on Monday praised a Transit Van customer for using the wagon to rescue stranded mothers and babies in Ukraine after Russia’s invasion.
What Happened: Farley shared his appreciation on the microblogging site Twitter, reposting a screenshot of a customer in which the rescuer details his mission on a rented Ford vehicle.
Detroit resident James Johnson, who owns an F-150 pickup, said it was “reassuring to have rented a reliable Ford truck,” for the rescue mission in Ukraine and around Poland.
Farley thanked Johnson for sharing his story and the rescue mission.
I always appreciate hearing how customers use their @Ford vehicles, especially when it is to help others. � James, thank you for sharing your story and for what you’re doing. pic.twitter.com/e2T8MofbIe
— Jim Farley (@jimfarley98) March 21, 2022
Why It Matters: Ford, General Motors Co (NYSE: GM), Volkswagen Group (OTC: VWAGY) and Renault Group (OTC: RNLSY) are among several global automakers that have seen production hit following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Ford has suspended operations in Russia. It runs three assembly plants as part of a joint venture with Russian Sollers.
Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) CEO Elon Musk rushed to help Ukraine with SpaceX’s satellite-based internet terminals Starlink to establish communication in the war-ravaged nation.
Price Action: Tesla stock closed 3.8% higher at $905.4 a share on Friday.
Photo courtesy: Ford Motor Co
