What safety & tech features should I look for in a SUV? | Ford New Zealand
SAFETY TECHNOLOGY
Innovation to keep you safer
SUVs can help keep you safer while you drive. Roads are meant to be enjoyed and driving an SUV is the perfect combination of comfort and security, so you can really take in the view.
More eyes on the road
Every Ford SUV is packed with tech that acts like a second (or third, or fourth) pair of eyes to keep you more aware of your surroundings.
Adaptive Cruise Control
Just set your cruising speed and let the vehicle’s radar monitor the traffic ahead and slow down or speed up accordinglydriver-assist-features.
Lane Keeping Aid
If you accidentally drift over the lane, a Ford SUV will apply gentle steering torque and a warning vibration to guide you back if neededdriver-assist-features.
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
with pedestrian protection: Scans the traffic ahead for danger and applies the brakes when needed, to prevent a collisiondriver-assist-features.
Active Park Assist
At the press of a button, Active Park Assist will help you find the right size parking spot and steer the car into position while you focus on controlling the brakesdriver-assist-features.
BLIS
Blind Spot Information System with cross-traffic alert uses sensors to monitor the traffic in your blind spot and warn you before reversing out of a parking spot or switching lanesdriver-assist-features.
Speed Sign Recognition
Uses front sensors to scan for local traffic signs you may have missed and displays them on the screen in front, potentially even helping you avoid a hefty speeding finedriver-assist-features.
Managing the terrain
Ford’s SUVs are fitted with a range of technology to help you safely manage the terrain while getting off-road, such as Hill Descent Controldriver-assist-features, Intelligent 4WD for added power, Traction Control Systemdriver-assist-features, E-Locking Rear Differential and the Everest’s Terrain Management SystemActive Rock Mode .
Staying connected
Ford SUVs are fitted with state-of-the-art technology to keep you connected with what matters most. Using the FordPass App on your mobile deviceFordPass-new-safety-tech, you can locate your vehicleVehicle-locator, lock and unlock the doors, and even start the engine remotely to heat or cool the cabin to the last known settingRemote Vehicle Start and Stop. Sophisticated and intuitive, the SYNC®3 Infotainment Systemranger-sync ensures you remain safely connected while you drive. You can even use voice commands to make hands-free phone calls and listen to text messages.
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