Ford Stock Dips as Nurburgring Rivalry with GM Intensifies
Ford shares edged lower in Thursday trading after CEO Jim Farley reignited the automaker's rivalry with General Motors on the Nurburgring circuit. The competitive tension follows GM's recent track victory with its Corvette ZR1 models, which surpassed Ford's previous lap record set by the Mustang GTD.
Farley's immediate response—a public congratulations to GM's team followed by a decisive 'Game on' declaration—signals Ford's intent to reclaim dominance. The company has already deployed a modified Mustang GTD prototype featuring aerodynamic enhancements, including lightweight wheel covers designed to improve cornering performance through increased downforce.