It is an understatement to say that the earthquake on March 11th in Japan was devastating. The disaster has led to earth shattering ripple effects and problems are continually arising. Even though there is no threat to the public’s health, something as simple as milk is being affected because of the earthquake (low levels of radiation was found in milk samples taken from Washington and California).
Most people are aware that Toyota is having problems in their vehicle production due to a number of their parts plants being damaged. What they may not know is that Ford Motor Company is also being affected. A certain pigment call Xirallic, used in Ford’s color Tuxedo Black and certain shades of red, are produced in Japan. Because of the earthquake, the plant that produces the pigment was damaged and is now in shortage. As a result, Ford has asked dealers to limit orders of shades of black and red on vehicles like the F-150, Explorer, Navigator, MKS, etc. Ford is working with other suppliers to create an alternative for this pigment so production can continue.
Don’t be alarmed though! Murphy Ford Lincoln is aware of the situation. We currently have multiple models of the F-150, F-250, Taurus, Escape, Navigator, MKS, and MKX in stock in Tuxedo Black. If you are uncertain whether or not we have a vehicle in stock or its availability, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are only a phone call or mouse click away!
References:
MSNBC Article about Radiation levels in U.S. milk
Fox News Article about Ford
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