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Ford, GM Defense, BC Customs to compete for US Army’s new infantry squad vehicle
Defense NewsWednesday, July 29, 2026 at 12:54 PM
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Ford, GM Defense and BC Customs will build competing prototypes of the U. Army's future infantry squad vehicle.
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What happened
Ford, GM Defense and BC Customs will build competing prototypes of the U. Army's future infantry squad vehicle.
Why it matters
Conflict reporting clarifies risk, escalation paths, and what civilians and markets are pricing in.
Background
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Timeline
Defense News published: Ford, GM Defense, BC Customs to compete for US Army’s new infantry squad vehicle
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Economic impact
Conflict can reprice energy, shipping, and defense exposure tied to Ford and Defense.
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