What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce Ford Motor Company's preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year of 2010, and to provide an outlook for 2011. It also details the schedule and access information for conference calls where these results will be discussed.

Will Ford be presenting adjusted financial results, and why?

Yes, Ford will be presenting financial measures that exclude 'special items' and other adjustments. The company believes these adjusted figures are useful to investors as they allow for an evaluation of results excluding items not considered indicative of ongoing operating activities, such as those related to efforts to match production capacity and cost structure to market demand.

What are the key cash metrics Ford is highlighting in this report?

Ford is highlighting two key cash metrics: 'Automotive operating-related cash flow,' which they believe best represents their Automotive operations' ability to generate cash, and 'Automotive gross cash' (including cash, cash equivalents, and net marketable securities). They believe these metrics offer valuable insights into operational cash generation.

How can investors access the financial results and conference calls?

Investors can access the preliminary results through a news release incorporated by reference as Exhibit 99. They can listen to the conference calls by dialing specific phone numbers provided in the filing (with passcodes) or via a listen-only webcast at www.shareholder.ford.com. Presentation materials will also be available on the website.

FORD MOTOR CO 8-K: Earnings & Results

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Ford Motor Company's Form 8-K filed on January 28, 2011, announces the release of preliminary fourth quarter and full-year 2010 financial results, along with an outlook for 2011. The company scheduled two conference calls for investors and fixed income analysts to discuss these results and provide further details. This filing incorporates by reference a news release from the same date, which contains detailed financial information and forward-looking statements. Investors should note that Ford will be presenting financial measures both on a U.S. GAAP basis and on an adjusted basis, excluding "special items" and other adjustments. Ford believes these adjusted figures are useful for investors to evaluate the company's ongoing operational performance, especially concerning efforts to align production and costs with market demand. Additionally, the company highlighted key cash metrics, specifically "Automotive operating-related cash flow" and "Automotive gross cash," which are presented as indicators of the automotive segment's cash generation ability, distinct from standard GAAP cash flow measures.

Key Highlights

1Ford Motor Company (F) filed an 8-K on January 28, 2011, to announce preliminary Q4 and full-year 2010 financial results.
2The company scheduled two conference calls on January 28, 2011, for the investment community and fixed income analysts to discuss the results and 2011 outlook.
3The filing incorporates by reference a news release (Exhibit 99) dated January 28, 2011, containing detailed financial information.
4Ford will present financial results on both a U.S. GAAP basis and an adjusted basis (excluding special items) to provide clarity on ongoing operations.
5The company emphasizes the utility of adjusted financial measures for evaluating performance related to production capacity and cost structure adjustments.
6Key cash metrics, including "Automotive operating-related cash flow" and "Automotive gross cash," are highlighted as important indicators of automotive segment cash generation.
7Replays of the conference calls will be available for a limited time after the event.

FORD MOTOR CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 28, 2011)

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