semi-conductor shortage

Ranger takes hit from semiconductor shortage

Australian-bound Ford Rangers are feeling the pinch of the ongoing global semiconductor shortage, with reports this will impact the model’s anti-theft motion sensors.  In a report by Drive.com.au, it claims the Ranger is due to lose a number of hi-tech anti-theft features and heated mirrors until further notice for models arriving here.   That was according to a dealer bulletin on social media which suggested the updated Ranger will no longer be equipped with two hi-tech anti-theft motion sensors from March production onwards.

Ukraine war could compound global chip shortage

The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has already had implications for the motoring world, with numerous brands pulling exports and operations from Russia and other brands on the back foot having to deal with wiring harness Ukraine supply shortages.