FORD'S EV AND TECH CHIEF DOUG FIELD DEPARTS

Field's departure marks another leadership shift at Ford as the company navigates its transition to electric vehicles. During his tenure, he oversaw the automaker's software and EV product development initiatives. Before Ford, Field spent time at Tesla and Apple, where he worked on special projects. His experience in both consumer tech and automotive gave him insight into the convergence of these industries. The departure comes as Ford faces competitive pressure in the EV market. The company has been investing heavily in electric vehicle production and software capabilities to compete with Tesla and traditional automakers ramping up their EV efforts. Ford has not yet announced a replacement or provided details about Field's future plans. The company continues rolling out new electric models, including the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning.