The automaker cites tariffs and U.S. tech restrictions as key factors in relocating production to support thousands of jobs.
Ford will move Lincoln vehicle production from China to the U.S. starting in 2030, ending imports for the American market. The decision follows a 52.5% tariff on the Lincoln Nautilus and federal restrictions on Chinese technology in U.S.-sold vehicles.
Current U.S. production includes the Navigator and Aviator, which will continue exports to Canada, Mexico, and the Middle East. The shift is expected to create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, though specific facilities were not disclosed.
CEO Jim Farley linked the move to the Trump administration’s tariff policies and regulatory pressures, including the Connected Vehicle Rule. Ford had sought exemptions but determined the Nautilus no longer required one after discussions with the Commerce Department.