Statement Regarding the Death of Ford Motor Company's Philip Caldwell

The following statement is attributable to Bill Ford, Executive Chairman of Ford Motor Company

“Philip Caldwell had a remarkable impact at Ford Motor Company over a span of more than 30 years. Serving as CEO and later as Chairman of the Board of Directors, he helped guide the company through a difficult turnaround in the 1980s and drove the introductions of ground-breaking products around the globe. His dedication and relentless passion for quality always will be hallmarks of his legacy at Ford. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.”