www.economica.net/ce-transmite-seful-uzinei-ford-c

Fırat Elhüseyni, president of Ford Otosan Romania, emphasized the need for government support in the automotive sector during the Automotive Forum & Awards 2026. He highlighted the intense competition not only with other companies but also with Ford's own factories in different countries. Elhüseyni expressed the importance of including industry support in Romania's budget to ensure future investments. He noted that Ford Otosan has invested over 500 million euros in the Craiova plant in the last two years, totaling two billion euros across four phases. He called for a concrete plan with the Romanian government to secure the future of the automotive industry, while also acknowledging challenges such as energy and workforce issues. Elhüseyni pointed to successful examples from other EU countries, like Spain, where government collaboration has bolstered the automotive sector. He reiterated Turkey's role as a key partner for Romania, particularly in trade and investment, and stressed the…