Ford Motor Co. Board Ranks Third in SE Michigan; GM’s Top Pay Hit $558,340
F•Ten of General Motors’ 12 nonemployee directors earned over $400,000 in cash and stock awards in 2025, with the highest award at $558,340. Penske Automotive Group’s board ranked second with top pay of $457,400, while Ford Motor Co.’s board ranked third among southeast Michigan’s public companies.
1. Compensation Rankings in Southeast Michigan
The boards of southeast Michigan’s publicly traded companies ranked by 2025 compensation place General Motors first, Penske Automotive Group second, and Ford Motor Co. third. Rankings are based on cash, stock awards and other compensation totals.
2. General Motors Board Compensation
Company filings show 10 of 12 nonemployee directors earned over $400,000 in combined cash and stock awards, with the highest director package at $558,340. All board members were also offered company vehicles as part of their compensation.
3. Penske and Ford Board Payouts
Penske Automotive Group’s board pay packages reached up to $457,400 last year. Ford Motor Co. board seats ranked third in the region, reflecting lower total payouts compared to GM and Penske.
