Ford Appoints Auto, Mobility Leaders

April 11, 2019—Ford on Wednesday named two company veterans to lead its auto and mobility businesses as the automaker shifts to focus on autonomous vehicles, according to a report by Reuters.

Joe Hinrichs was named president of Ford's automotive unit and Jim Farley as president, new businesses, technology & strategy, effective May 1.

Both the executives will report to chief executive officer Jim Hackett.