Ford Edge Production Officially Ends to Make Way for EVs

It's the end of the road for a mid-size SUV staple. Ford has officially ended production of the Edge crossover at its Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada. The final unit, a 2024 Edge, rolled off the line this week, concluding an 18-year production run that saw over 2 million vehicles sold in North America.

Paving the Way for the Future

The discontinuation of the Edge is a strategic move by Ford to prepare for its electric future. The Oakville plant is set to undergo a massive, multi-billion-dollar retooling to become a hub for Ford's next generation of electric vehicles.

• New Three-Row EVs: The transformed plant will be responsible for building Ford's new three-row electric SUVs, which are expected to be the electric successors to the popular Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator.
• A Successful Run: First launched in 2006, the Edge was a popular choice for families and buyers looking for a comfortable and stylish two-row crossover.
• Model Lineup Shift: With the Edge's departure, Ford's mid-size SUV lineup will be anchored by the Bronco and Explorer, offering customers a choice between rugged off-road capability and three-row family hauling.

End of an Era, Start of a New One

The end of Edge production is another clear sign of the massive shift happening in the auto industry, as familiar gasoline-powered nameplates are retired to make way for the capital-intensive transition to battery-electric vehicles.