Ford to Adopt 48-Volt Electrical Architecture for Pickups, Following Tesla Cybertruck

Published: Feb 20, 2026 12:42

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Ford Motor said on Feb. 17 (local time) that it will introduce a 48-volt electrical architecture for its pickup trucks, a technology commercialized by Tesla in its Cybertruck.
The move is part of Ford’s broader plan to invest $5 billion in next-generation battery electric vehicles, as the automaker seeks to improve efficiency, reduce wiring complexity, and enhance overall vehicle performance through updated electrical systems.

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