The U.S. auto sales of Ford Motor Co. increased by 16% in May because pickup trucks and crossover SUVs experienced high market demand. Ford achieved 179,861 vehicle sales during May 2025 compared to 155,769 in May 2024.
The F-Series maintained its position as the top-selling vehicle after experiencing a 15% increase in sales to 79,817 units during the month. The SUV and crossover lineup of the company experienced solid sales growth because consumers preferred larger vehicles despite rising borrowing costs and economic uncertainty.
The market showed continued concern about President Donald Trump’s trade policies and potential new tariffs during the period when Ford achieved its sales growth. The automotive industry faces potential damage to second-half sales because higher steel and aluminum costs will drive up vehicle prices.
Ford executives expressed positive outlook because their key market segments maintained steady customer interest. Andrew Frick who leads U.S. sales operations at Ford declared May as a successful month because customers strongly preferred trucks and SUVs.
The company monitors macroeconomic indicators including interest rates and inflation because of their potential impact on the business. The automotive industry faces a challenging future because trade tensions together with rising costs will negatively affect both consumer attitudes and manufacturer financial performance according to industry experts.
The company plans to share its complete annual forecast through its upcoming earnings announcement as it deals with the complex situation involving tariffs and supply chain issues and shifting market trends.
