Pope Leo has a new set of wheels — and they come with a Chicago connection. Here's what to know about the custom Ford gifted ...

Ford CEO Jim Farley and his wife ended up at the Vatican last month handing over keys to a customized SUV to Pope Leo XIV.

A Ford plant in Chicago created a custom 2026 Explorer SUV for Pope Francis XIV that was delivered to the pontiff at the ...

The company said Pope Leo plans to use the custom 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum hybrid inside the Vatican.

Ford CEO Jim Farley and wife Lia gifted Pope Leo XIV a customized Explorer SUV during a private Vatican audience on Feb. 28, featuring Chicago-themed details and a hybrid powertrain.

The world was stunned when Cardinals elected an American to lead the Catholic Church. Both the Ford Explorer and Pope Leo XIV are from Chicago's south side. Ford's CEO Jim Farley and his wife thought ...

Ford secretly built an SUV for Pope Leo in his hometown of Chicago - with custom pontiff plates - The custom car included ...

CHICAGO—Ford Motor Co.’s historic Chicago Assembly Plant recently built a one-of-a-kind Explorer for Pope Leo XIV, who grew up just a few miles from the factory.

Pope Leo XIV hasn’t been shy about his Chicago roots since taking the job but having ties to that toddling town is paying off in a new way for him courtesy of a new specialized Ford Explorer built at ...

A custom-built sport utility vehicle has been quietly produced by Ford Motor Company for Pope Leo XIV, featuring unique ...

The cleaning operation is expected to be completed by Easter, in the first week of April. The public can continue to visit in the meantime.