Ford Engineering and Design Achieve Breakthroughs in Smart Technologies

As one of its key pillars, Ford’s entire lineup has been benefiting from its advancements in smart technologies. These include:

SYNC® System – Standard on many models, Ford’s exclusive voice-activated, seamlessly integrated mobile phone and digital music system allows drivers to place and answer calls as well as play individual songs or complete playlists without their hands ever leaving the wheel.

SIRIUS® Travel Link™ – The next-generation navigation system offers real-time updates on movie times, gas prices, weather, traffic and other on-the-road conveniences.

SYNC® 911 Assist™ – This helpful feature quickly connects vehicle occupants to a local 911 emergency operator to get help automatically if the air bag deploys.

Ford Work Solutions™ – Ford’s suite of industry-exclusive options for F-Series trucks and commercial E-Series vans enables business owners to be more productive and successful. The onboard computer, which runs Microsoft Windows for automotive, lets business owners create spreadsheets, invoices and estimates right from the cab. Developed in conjunction with DeWalt, Tool Link™ uses Radio Frequency ID to track tools and equipment in the bed so nothing gets left behind. Crew Chief™, through Ford’s partnership with Garmin, lets a foreman track crews wherever they are, ensuring the right team gets to the right job efficiently.

Blind Spot Mirror – An industry-first innovation, the Blind Spot Mirror replaces traditional side view mirrors and features an integrated convex spotter mirror that provides an optimized view of the driver’s blind spot. The mirror is standard equipment on the 2009 Ford Edge.