The tiny Ka could disappear from the range of Ford models
by AllAutoExperts | 24 December, 2012
Ford will not replace the smallest model in its range: Ford Ka. The third generation will not exist, according to Ford's chief designer Martin Smith, quoted by the British publication Autocar. "This model does not produce any profit for Ford and does not match the new philosophy called One Ford," said Martin Smith.
"It won't take the crash tests for the North American market and the design of the current Ford Ka has been thought just for European taste. It might receive a small facelift, but most likely there won't be the third generation of Ford Ka "added Smith. But he also hinted that Ford will not give up the mini-class.
"Alan Mulally, CEO, and President of Ford prefers small class models that can have a global impact. Ford Ecosport is a good example. It's simple, the production does not cost much and can be sold in any market in the world," said Martin Smith.
Ford Ka is the smallest model of American manufacturers. The first generation was produced between 1996 and 2008 and has been a success in Europe. For the second generation, launched in 2008, Ford has worked with Fiat Group and used the platform that Fiat 500 was built on. Ford Ka continues to be assembled at Fiat plant in Tychy, Poland.
