Ford is facing ongoing challenges in securing rare earth magnets, which are crucial for car manufacturing. The company has halted operations at a factory due to the shortage, and its CEO recently stated that finding reliable supplies is a “day-to-day” concern. This shortage affects not only Ford but also other industries reliant on these critical materials.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-13/ford-ceo-says-rare-earth-supply-is-day-to-day-after-plant-halt