I saw an article with a clarification directly from a Ford spokesman that it is not a reveal of the ce1 truck. Instead it will be about the technical process, aero etc. Can't find the article now.

I think you will be alright. Tuesday at 11am doesn’t seem like your normal reveal time, especially for a “model T moment” vehicle.

Don’t get me wrong, I hope CE1 is a success but I just see the whole development as being less about customer wants and needs and more about what Ford can make for higher profit.   Remember, Ford thought it was right about every other BEV it has developed so far that either  made it to market and then underwhelmed with sales or was killed in development.   What is it about a mid sized BEV pickup truck that makes it a compelling buy over say a good hybrid Ranger?  

There is a system option to turn it on or off.  Today it resets to On.  All they have to do is change it so it doesn't reset.   However I doubt they would do that.

OK but what other direction should they be taking?

Jim Farley: McNuggets and Filet O Fish have to die to make way for Hot Honey McCrispy

I don't see why not. there are ~13 parameters any one of which will prevent ASS from stopping the engine. Trailer-Tow Mode engaged, Battery below threshold, Steering angle past a certain degree and 10 or so more like that. It shouldn't be a problem to do an OAT to turn it off permanently, and I think Ford should to save potential warranty costs from premature starter or battery failures.

I'm thinking an option will pop up on your display, "disable" yes or no.  No more button to push every time you start your car.

I'm annoyed that I had a Monday 11am meeting moved to Tuesday at 11am, so I'll miss this reveal of whatever it is...

On the topic itself, we knew losses would continue until the real heavy lifters get going.   Starting from scratch there will be a lot of losses until products start selling.