Ford Fiesta car set to be discontinued as model scrapped

The popular Ford Fiesta is set to be discontinued as early as next year as costs of parts rise and drivers opt for SUVs, the BBC understands. The Sun first reported that Ford had no plans for an electric version of the car despite its popularity. The car was at the forefront of the US carmaker's efforts to corner the British car market because of its more affordable price point. The Fiesta was still the sixth best-selling new car in the UK with 4,570 registrations, according to the latest data from industry body the Society of Motor Manufacturers. As the UK's 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars approaches, it is thought the Puma, a smaller, hybrid, SUV, will take the lead as the more affordable option as Ford puts more of its focus on design.

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