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Ford is getting ready to put AI assistants in its cars
The Blue Oval is also working on new hands-free driver assists.
TL;DR
- Ford is incorporating AI into its vehicle experience, starting with smartphone apps in early 2026.
- AI will become a native feature in new or refreshed models from 2027.
- The AI assistant is designed to personalize the car based on user context and vehicle capabilities.
- Ford is developing software-defined vehicles with a new in-house High Performance Compute Center.
- This new computer system is cheaper, smaller, and more powerful than previous solutions.
- Ford is enhancing its BlueCruise driver assistance system, aiming for more capability at a lower cost.
- A Level 3 driver assistance system is planned for introduction in 2028.