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Allan Mullaly wants to expand tech sharing with Toyota

In an interview with Japanese media last week, Ford CEO Alan Mullaly indicated that he would like to see increasing technology alliances with Toyota. Ford already licenses hybrid technology patents from Toyota that is used in the Escape/Mariner hybrids. Because of the cost of developing advanced alternative power-train technology, Ford would like to cooperate with Toyota on areas like hybrids and fuel cells. Mullaly met with Toyota Chairman Fujio Cho shortly after taking the top job in Dearborn in December 2006. On the other hand Mullaly ... Read more →

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There has been much talk about the meeting between top executives for Ford and Toyota. Collaboration is nothing new in the automotive world, as any way of saving money is welcome to even these ...

Allan Mullaly wants to expand tech sharing with Toyota 2 years ago on Autoblog Green

Is Ford seeking out help from Toyota on emerging fuel-saving technology? 2 years ago on Autoblog Green

There has been much talk about the meeting between top executives for Ford and Toyota. Collaboration is nothing new in the automotive world, as any way of saving money is welcome to even these competitive automakers. Witness the new 6-speed transmissions that GM and Ford have jointly designed. ...

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