Ford adds workers, investment to back MKC output

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Ford Motor Co. said Monday it has beefed up its workforce and investment at a Kentucky plant to support production of its new Lincoln SUV as the automaker looks to reinvigorate its luxury brand.

The company added 300 workers and invested another $129 million recently at the Louisville Assembly Plant, where Ford makes the Lincoln MKC and Ford Escape, said John Savona, Ford’s director of manufacturing.