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

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to inform investors about Ford Motor Company's preliminary third quarter 2012 financial results and to announce conference calls where these results will be discussed in detail.

What are 'special items' and why does Ford exclude them?

The filing mentions 'special items' and other adjustments, which Ford excludes to present a clearer view of ongoing operational performance. These exclusions relate to efforts to match production capacity and cost structure to market demand and changing model mix, as well as items not considered indicative of earnings from ongoing operations.

What are the key cash metrics Ford will discuss?

Ford will discuss key cash metrics including Automotive operating-related cash flow, which is presented as a measure of its Automotive operations' ability to generate cash, and Automotive gross cash, which includes cash, cash equivalents, and net marketable securities.

Where can investors find the detailed financial results?

Detailed financial results and information are provided in the news release dated October 30, 2012, which is filed as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K report. Investors can also access presentation materials and replays from the scheduled conference calls.

FORD MOTOR CO 8-K: Earnings & Results

Summary

Ford Motor Company (F) filed an 8-K on October 30, 2012, to announce the preliminary results of its third quarter 2012 financial performance. The company scheduled two conference calls for the same day to discuss these results with the investment community and fixed income analysts. The filing indicates that a news release, filed as Exhibit 99, contains detailed financial information, including adjusted figures that exclude "special items" and other adjustments. Ford believes these non-GAAP measures provide a clearer view of ongoing operational performance by isolating factors related to capacity adjustments and market demand.

Key Highlights

1Ford announced preliminary Q3 2012 financial results via an 8-K filing on October 30, 2012.
2Two conference calls were scheduled for October 30, 2012, to discuss results with investors and fixed income analysts.
3The company will present financial results both on a GAAP basis and on an adjusted basis, excluding "special items" and other adjustments.
4Ford believes the adjusted financial measures are useful for investors to assess ongoing operational performance.
5Key cash metrics, including Automotive operating-related cash flow and Automotive gross cash, will be discussed.
6Detailed information is available in the news release filed as Exhibit 99 to the 8-K.

FORD MOTOR CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 30, 2012)

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