Ford Everest SUV Confirmed for Africa Factory, Company Will Invest $170 Million

Ford has confirmed a substantial investment in its Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria, South Africa. The Blue Oval will invest $170 million in the expansion of the plant, which will manufacture the Ford Everest SUV and the upcoming Ranger pick-up truck. The American company’s investment will lead to the creation of 1,200 new jobs in South Africa. Production of the new Everest seven-seat SUV will comm…