Ford Announces Advanced Suite of Standard Safety Tech
Ford has announced the most advanced suite of standard driver-assist technologies yet, heading to key global markets this fall.
Called Ford Co-Pilot360, the American automaker says it’s the most advanced suite of standard driver-assist technologies among full-line brands in North America. It includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot information system, lane keeping system, rear backup camera, and auto high beam lighting. The system will roll out across Ford’s passenger cars, SUVs, and trucks up to F-150, starting with the 2019 Ford Edge and Edge ST this fall.
The combination of driver-assist technologies isn’t offered by any non-luxury competitor as standard in North America, and Ford is just getting started. Next year, it plans to debut in North America and Asia Pacific automatic emergency braking for when drivers are in reverse.
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The company plans on investing $500 million in the next five years to continue developing new driver-assist and safety technologies. Look for Ford to focus on simplifying the technologies so they work just like people would expect, especially as driving becomes more automated.
Commercial customers will also benefit from the new tech, as Ford expects to roll out available automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, driver alert system, and more to the E-Series, F-650, F-750, and F59 chassis by 2020.
“Though our vehicles today are safer than ever, drivers tell us they are still stressed about getting in a potential accident,” said Jim Farley, Ford president, Global Markets. “That’s one reason why we’re making these must-have technologies accessible to millions of customers each year.”
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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oh yeah, Ford has long history of safety for owners, I don't know where to begin, failing engines, transmissions, transfer cases, steering or...? haha