The semiconductor issue continues taking a toll on the automotive industry and production of several models has been disrupted over the last few months. Ford is also facing a similar issue with the production of the Mustang as supply of microchip is scarce. The Flat Rock assembly plant in Michigan has been witnessing a pause in production and it is expected to last for the entire next week. Even in 2021 production of the iconic sports car was severely impacted by the lack of semiconductors.
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Having said that, the Ford Mustang still remained the bestselling sportscar in the world in 2021 as the American carmaker was able to sell just under 70,000 units. And quite obviously, USA remained the most volume rich market for the Mustang, contributing 76 per cent to its overall sales. The sixth-gen Ford Mustang is also inching closer towards the end of its lifecycle and the semiconductor shortage is further expected to dent the production of the new-gen model that's expected to roll out in 2023.
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Production of the all-electric Ford Mustang is expected to begin in 2028.
According to news reports, the two-door Mustang will go all-electric before the end of the decade and the upcoming model could be the last generation of the petrol-powered Ford Mustang. Ford is also likely to drop the 5.0litre, naturally aspirated V8 motor from the Mustang around this time in a bid to meet the emission norms. Production of the all-electric Ford Mustang is expected to begin in 2028.
