According to Sawyer Merritt, Ford CFO stated there will likely be a contraction in the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market, especially impacting Ford's EV sales, and the company may shift focus toward traditional internal combustion engines, such as offering larger engines in models like the Mustang (source: Ford Authority, Dec 22, 2025 via @SawyerMerritt). This development presents new opportunities for artificial intelligence in automotive data analytics, particularly in predicting market demand, optimizing inventory management, and personalizing vehicle recommendations. AI-driven insights can help automakers adapt to changing consumer preferences and maximize profitability during market shifts.