Ford calls for extension of post-Brexit trade rules until 2027

Ford is calling for an extension of post-Brexit trade rules until 2027 to avoid disruption to electric vehicle (EV) disruption.

The Blue Oval has invested £1.6 billion at its passenger car factory in Cologne, Germany and a further £380 million at its e-motor production site in Halewood, Merseyside.

New rules from next year will mean 45% of the value of an EV being sold in the EU has to originate from the UK or the EU to avoid a 10% tarriff.