Who makes the batteries for Ford cars?
Ford currently relies on multiple battery suppliers for its electric vehicles, with the two publicly disclosed partners being LG Energy Solution and SK On. Ford is also building domestic battery production capacity through the BlueOval SK venture with SK On to support current and future models.
The automaker’s battery strategy is designed to diversify risk and accelerate its electric-vehicle rollout. LG Energy Solution supplied cells for the Mustang Mach-E and other early BEVs, while SK On provides cells for several Ford vehicles and participates in the BlueOval SK joint venture to expand U.S.-based cell production. The exact supplier mix varies by model and production date as Ford scales its EVs.
Major suppliers today
Here are the main battery suppliers Ford has publicly disclosed as of 2024–2025.
- LG Energy Solution (LGES) — A primary supplier of battery cells for Ford’s electric vehicles, including early Mach-E models. LGES provides cells and related technologies that power Ford’s BEVs and often partners with Ford on pack integration and system software.
- SK On — A key cell supplier for Ford, and the partner at the heart of the BlueOval SK venture. SK On cells have been used in several Ford vehicles, and the BlueOval SK joint venture is intended to expand U.S.-based battery cell production to support Ford’s growing EV lineup.
Current model-to-model details are not always disclosed by Ford, and the exact mix can vary by model, region, and production date as the company scales its electric-vehicle portfolio.
BlueOval SK: Ford’s U.S.-based cell production plan
BlueOval SK is a joint venture between Ford and SK On created to build battery cells in the United States. The partnership aims to secure domestic, scalable cell production to support Ford’s expanding EV lineup, reduce reliance on imported cells, and accelerate U.S. manufacturing of next-generation batteries. The venture envisions multiple U.S. plants and a long-term supply pathway for Ford’s electric vehicles.
Industry and market implications
The establishment and expansion of BlueOval SK reflect a broader industry shift toward nationalized or regional battery supply chains. For Ford customers, this could translate to more stable supply and potential cost advantages as U.S.-based production ramps up, though timelines and capacity can evolve with market demand and policy environments.
What this means for Ford customers
For buyers and lessees, the battery source itself is usually not visible at the showroom, but the multi-supplier strategy and domestic cell production efforts can influence vehicle pricing, availability, and long-term maintenance plans. Ford’s approach aims to ensure continuity of EV production as the company expands its lineup, including the Mustang Mach-E, the F-150 Lightning, and future models.
Summary
Ford does not rely on a single battery supplier. The two publicly disclosed main partners are LG Energy Solution and SK On, with a strategic emphasis on expanding domestic cell production through the BlueOval SK joint venture. This multi-supplier, milestone-based strategy is designed to support Ford’s accelerating EV rollout, strengthen U.S. battery supply chains, and keep pace with demand for electric vehicles.
