Ford expansion with China’s CATL sparks US lawmakers’ ire

Ford is expanding its partnership with Chinese battery giant CATL to manufacture energy storage batteries for AI data centers, forming a new subsidiary, Ford Energy, and repurposing its Kentucky EV battery plant. While Ford argues the move will create high-skill US manufacturing jobs and qualify for federal tax credits, the deal has triggered strong opposition in Washington. US lawmakers and rival automakers have raised national security concerns, citing alleged CATL links to the Chinese military and questioning the scope of Ford’s licensing agreement. Critics warn the arrangement could give Ford an unfair advantage under OBBBA rules, reigniting debate over US-China technology ties, supply chain security, and America’s AI infrastructure push. #Ford #CATL #AIBatteries #DataCenters #USChinaTensions #NationalSecurity #EVBatteries #EnergyStorage #ManufacturingUSA #TechGeopolitics #SupplyChain #FederalTaxCredits #OBBBA #AIInfrastructure #CleanEnergy #BatteryWars #GlobalTrade #Congress #TechPolicy #AutoIndustry #MarketNews World News with in-depth analysis – trusted & transparent! Kalkine Media is on a mission to empower its viewers with quality news coverage from across the globe. Tune into Kalkine Media’s LIVE market news coverage, exclusive corporate interviews, expert talks, and trending stories of the day. Check out Kalkine Media on mobile and download our app for iPhone and Android. Stay Apprised, Invest Wise! For Android- bit.ly/3Gqlrpk For Apple- bit.ly/3WVTMBY Check out our media Website 👉 https://kalkinemedia.com/au Follow us and stay updated on the Go with the Market Charter 👇👇 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kalkineau/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/kalkineau LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/4829818