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Well, I see articles on all the major sites now. But also, Lincoln just kind of threw it out there with no fanfare......don't even think most of us had an idea a refresh was coming...

2027 Lincoln Nautilus Lineup Coming From China Without Authorization Amid efforts from U.S. lawmakers to stiffen an existing de facto ban on Chinese vehicles, automakers have been scrambling to figure out how to deal with certain models that are already built in that country and sold in America, or utilize software from China. That includes the Lincoln Nautilus, which Ford has been working to get cleared for importation into the states, as it's built in China with U.S.-based software that's also installed there. However, as it turns out, Ford doesn't need that authorization, after all. According to Reuters, a Ford spokesperson recently revealed that during discussions between the automaker and the U.S. Commerce Department, it discovered that it no longer needs special authorization to sell the Lincoln Nautilus in the states. Previously, it was thought that since the luxurious crossover utilized software that was installed in China, it needed government approval to do so, but that's apparently not the case.

Cool vehicle, but I still hate the name.

There are two black label wheel options: The standard and Jet appearance. Here are the current two options: The Jet appearance wheel is literally the same with the pockets slightly darker. The standard wheels are obviously a change. Wheels are the easiest thing to change if you otherwise love the vehicle....

Acura Built A Sharp Sports Coupe Just To Sell You An SUV | Carscoops Acura's New Sports Car Concept Won't Reach Production. But Its Gorgeous Design Will Acura is celebrating its 40th anniversary at Monterey Car Week with a sharp two-seat sports car named the Nexera Vision. The bad news arrives fast, as the concept isn’t headed for a showroom. Instead, it previews where the brand’s design is going, and its influence will surface on future products including the upcoming RDX Hybrid SUV.

I don't see why the lack of an Explorer redesign would necessarily mean an additional product (or two) couldn't go there? I'd think the question would be more is there capacity for Explorer, Aviator, "Mach G" and a Lincoln counterpart?

Correct. That's what I'm thinking will happen. Mach-E goes away. Make it a C2 plant - move Nautilus and Corsair there. Add Bronco Sport (whether primary or overflow) to give additional volume for the plant. Simultaneously, continue with the plan to add a "Corsair EV" (placeholder name) on CE1 at LAP to start that customer transition Add Bronco sibling That allows Lincoln to maintain and add to the lineup: Corsair "Corsair EV" Nautilus Bronco sibling Aviator Navigator / L

Yeah, our biggest local department, Fort Lauderdale, uses a lot of Tahoes.

I'm doubting even long term that Nautilus will remain coming from China, as it doesn't seem like either party wants to undo the China ban, so they'll have to figure something out for it. And adding Lincoln Bronco won't appeal to a large chunk of Nautilus buyers, IMO.

Aka March 31st lol.

I mean....I guess? It goes through crash testing like every other vehicle... At 300k or whatever the rumored price is, doubt it'll be going to any ubers! But yeah, everyone gets their little egg crate section lol.

I'll post it in both threads, but I have to wonder if Ford releasing the 2027 Nautilus refresh model/news is a confirmation that they've received approval to continue importing Nautilus for the next few years? Why else would they go through with the announcement yet if it was still a big question mark......you'd think they would hold it closer to the vest/until the last minute if they weren't sure. Pair this with the announcement of the increased US Lincoln production, and that backs up the theory that that announcement was a carrot to get the administration to approve continued imports on a short-term basis.

I'll post it both places, but I have to wonder if Ford releasing this 2027 model news as confirmation that they've received approval to continue importing Nautilus for the next few years. Why else would they go through with the announcement yet if it was still a big question mark......you'd think they would hold it closer to the vest if they weren't sure. Pair this with the announcement of the increased US Lincoln production, and that backs up the theory that that announcement was a carrot to get the administration to approve continued imports on a short-term basis.

Good catch on the wording of "increase Lincoln production" in the US. I could see this as being a carrot for the current administration to get them to grant approval of continuing to importing Nautilus, and perhaps also import Corsair, at least in the short term. Think about it. ........technically Ford already has plans to "increase" US Lincoln production via the Bronco sibling. The wording leaves the door open for that to be the only additional US Lincoln production, while also giving Ford options to add production elsewhere (i.e. perhaps at the Mach E facility, as technically they'll still be meeting the "increased US production" wording). Also, if they're getting a CE1 model, this also aligns with this promise. I'm not sure I see future admins changing the China policy anytime soon, though, so they'll have to figure out something with Nautilus and Corsair if they want to retain the biggest sellers in the Lincoln lineup. Agreed. See my thoughts above. I definitely wouldn't put it past Ford to do this.