They do that all the time. It’s stupid AF. 

What was the gist of it?

They didn't throw away the design, just the platform.  I'm 90% sure that's what it was going to look like.

I think "It was pretty good for a piece o' shit" describes Kia and Hyundai quite well 🤣.

Well then don't think 🤣. But no, in all seriousness, if Ford ever brought an off-road supercar like that to market, I could see it using similar windshield tech to the gt. Which in turn uses a similar type of glass to smart phones. It's apparently a lot more resilient against impacts than normal glass. 

When I first posted the article, is wasn't behind a paywall.  I even tried opening the link a few times to be sure.  Now it is.  Frustrating.

I don't think I could afford to replace the windshield on that.

Updated take on the Ford Splash concept

I know about the Star, but don't think that had anything to do with the Rivian-based model.

I like the way you think. My biggest concern with Farley doubling down on off-road performance vehicles is just making everything the same. A boxy, lifted truck or suv with massive tires and Ford lettering in the grille. That stuff isn't bad, but I don't want that to be all Ford does.    That's what I really like your recommendations, a blend of SUVs, trucks, and cars. It gives enthusiasts more variety, and makes Ford a more interesting brand.