Ford CEO Jim Farley joins Paul Tracy for a wide-ranging, personal, and passionate interview covering:
00:00 – Intro & Welcome Paul introduces Ford CEO Jim Farley and sets the tone for the episode.
01:45 – Growing Up with Ford in His Blood Jim talks about his childhood, early car memories, and family connections to Ford.
06:30 – Passion for Racing Vintage Cars & Mustangs His racing experiences, why he drives old cars, and lessons learned on the track.
11:40 – Behind the Scenes of the Ford GT & Le Mans Return How the Ford GT project came together, the racing comeback, and the story behind the team.
15:25 – Stories About His Cousin Chris Farley A personal reflection on growing up with Chris Farley and the impact he had.
19:50 – Ford’s Future in Off-Road Racing, Dakar & Formula 1 Jim shares plans for Ford’s expansion into global motorsports including Red Bull F1, Dakar, and Baja.
26:10 – Why the Mustang Is Ford’s Global Racing Weapon Strategy behind using Mustang in multiple racing formats around the world.
30:35 – Candid Takes on Racing Politics, Porsche, Ferrari & U.S. Motorsports A raw look at the industry: competition, politics, and building an American racing legacy.
35:10 – Final Thoughts & Outro Jim reflects on his dual life as a CEO and car guy.
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