Job 2 Order Guide and changes

[Pioneer74]

Flash and optional PRO extended range batteries with less usable capacity

Flash losing standard charging pad and tailgate step

Platinum has an optional Dark Elements package

Space White paint is optional, Avalanche is deleted

 

[mrau]

Seems there might be only 8 battery modules in 2025 Flash ER instead of the 9 modules in Lariat ER.

Also see that spare tire is an option now. Tire sealant is standard. Ughh.

 

[broncoaz]

A full size spare tire on a truck is not negotiable. Bad shit happens to trucks on job sites, tires get destroyed. I’m annoyed the spare on my 2024 Flash is marked “Temporary”.

I’m glad I bought the 2024 before they removed features.

 

[detansinn]

With all of the nip and tuck on standard features, I have no regrets with my early 23, pre price cut, Lariat ER.

 

[biers]

Seems there might be only 8 battery modules in 2025 Flash ER instead of the 9 modules in Lariat ER.

Also see that spare tire is an option now. Tire sealant is standard. Ughh.

Wonder if same number of modules but rather the 122 kWh packs are LFP chemistry.

 

[astrand1]

I’m glad I found a left over 23lariat. They just keep chipping away.

 

[Pioneer74]

Wonder if same number of modules but rather the 122 kWh packs are LFP chemistry.

While not entirely improbable, I believe this is a cost cutting move. The usable capacity on the Mach-E Premium and Select Extended Range batteries are being reduced too, and are keeping their existing chemistries.

Not only that, the Marshall plant that will be producing LFP batteries with licensed CATL processes doesn't come online until 2026.

 

[bmwhitetx]

@Pioneer74 - did they make any Job 1's? Last we heard the plant was idled. Think they will jump straight to Job 2?

Also see that spare tire is an option now. Tire sealant is standard. Ughh.

This was already the case with 2025 from the original Order Guide back in August.

 

[Pioneer74]

@Pioneer74 - did they make any Job 1's? Last we heard the plant was idled. Think they will jump straight to Job 2?

Plant started back up on Monday, January 6th. Job 1.

 

[SmoothJ]

While not entirely improbable, I believe this is a cost cutting move. The usable capacity on the Mach-E Premium and Select Extended Range batteries are being reduced too, and are keeping their existing chemistries.

Not only that, the Marshall plant that will be producing LFP batteries with licensed CATL processes doesn't come online until 2026.

Why would they lower the kWh? I know you say cost cutting, but it doesn't make sense when you have other manufacturers possibly have more range due to a larger battery pack.

Unless, its the same pack, however they want to charge you a bit more for the extra amount. Not unlike what Tesla did.

"122 kWh Usable Capacity Extended Range Battery"

 

[NikonJim]

Will flash EPA range drop to 300 miles?

 

[Pioneer74]

Why would they lower the kWh?

I work for Ford. Everything lately at work revolves around cost cutting. The T3 Lightning has been delayed again. The 100% redesigned ICE F-150 is being pushed back another model year. Management is fixated on how their bonuses are being affected. Maintenance on machinery is being pushed out and delayed or skipped entirely. Headcount is constantly being examined. Overtime has been cut.

My only guess is cost cutting. Not saying that is it, but that is what I see.

 

[broncoaz]

I work for Ford. Everything lately at work revolves around cost cutting. The T3 Lightning has been delayed again. The 100% redesigned ICE F-150 is being pushed back another model year. Management is fixated on how their bonuses are being affected. Maintenance on machinery is being pushed out and delayed or skipped entirely. Headcount is constantly being examined. Overtime has been cut.

My only guess is cost cutting. Not saying that is it, but that is what I see.

It seems like the auto market and other markets are at a precipices of disaster. The next couple of years will be interesting.

 

[SmoothJ]

I work for Ford. Everything lately at work revolves around cost cutting. The T3 Lightning has been delayed again. The 100% redesigned ICE F-150 is being pushed back another model year. Management is fixated on how their bonuses are being affected. Maintenance on machinery is being pushed out and delayed or skipped entirely. Headcount is constantly being examined. Overtime has been cut.

My only guess is cost cutting. Not saying that is it, but that is what I see.

Sounds like they want to make their books look better for the investors before the end of the year.

 

[bmwhitetx]

Platinum has an optional Dark Elements package

So in 2024 there was supposed to be a late-availability Platinum option called Platinum Black Package. It never materialized (along with the LFP battery for Pro/XLT). This Dark Elements Package looks to be another attempt. Has some of the same options:

2024

(Note for 2025, they Power Running Boards with Black Accent are a separate option).

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