India, April 10 -- Ford Motor Co. (F) announced leadership changes. It appointed Joe Hinrichs as president, Automotive, effective May 1. Hinrichs will have responsibility for Ford's global business units - North America, South America, Europe, China, and the International Markets Group. He will also oversee both the Ford and Lincoln brands.

In addition, Hinrichs will lead all of Ford's automotive skill teams including Product Development, Purchasing, Enterprise Product Line Management, Manufacturing & Labor Affairs, Marketing, Sales & Service, Quality & New Model Launch, Sustainability, Environmental & Safety Engineering, Information Technology, Customer Experience, and Government Affairs.

Jim Farley is appointed president, New Businesses...