Here's Why Ford Can't Keep Up With F-150 Lightning Orders

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Ford's recently released electric F-150 Lightning has been incredibly popular with customers, leading to huge numbers of orders and long waiting lists.

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One reason why Ford may be struggling to keep up with the demand is due to their supply chain.

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They need to source new components, such as batteries and motors,

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from different suppliers around the world, which takes time and can cause delays in production.

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In addition, assembly line workers are taking extra precautions to ensure the highest level of quality control.

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This slows down production times, making it harder for Ford to meet customer demand.

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The overwhelming success of the F-150 Lightning may have come as a surprise to some, but there are clear steps that need to be taken in order for Ford to meet this increased demand.

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