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Ford's SUV production was paused due to aluminum supply issues from a factory fire.

The fire at a Novelis plant could affect operations until early 2026.

Novelis produces aluminum that is purchased by multiple automakers.

Ford Motor Company is temporarily stopping production of at least five models, including popular SUVs, following a fire at a crucial aluminum supplier’s plant.

Starting this week, Ford won’t be producing its popular three-row SUVs, the Expedition and Lincoln Navigator, at its Kentucky Truck Plant because of difficulties with aluminum supply, per The Wall Street Journal.

The production pause is set to last a week, according to a memo the company sent to workers.

Ford has not provided details on its production adjustments but it said last week that it was

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