Sometimes, the journey is just as memorable as the destination. And with today’s Ford vehicles being outfitted with some of most crazy-cool innovations known to the road, summer adventures these days can feel a little different than those of years past.
Tech innovations have changed the American road trip, spawning vehicle features that were unimaginable in the station wagon.
Here are a few of our favorites – we can’t wait to hear about yours.
BlueCruise
Who says that a four-hour drive to the lake must feel like four hours? Vacation is all about de-stressing, and BlueCruise hands-free highway driving can help you get a jump on unwinding before you even arrive at the cabin or campground.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist
Whether you’re hauling a boat, camper, or trailer loaded with your family’s favorite vacation toys, Pro Trailer Backup Assist makes even novice drivers maneuver it like a pro.
Navigation
Don’t you miss watching your dad try to refold a road map? Times have changed, and whether you use the onboard Navigation System or a preferred app through Apple CarPlay or Android Auto (yes, Ford still offers those), getting where you’re going has never been easier.
Drive Modes
Maybe your vacation travels ran into deep sand or led you venturing off the beaten path. Or maybe you just ran into one of those inevitable rainstorms. No matter what terrain you encounter, Drive Modes help you navigate more confidently.
Pro Power Onboard
There are electric grills to power and rafts to inflate. Even big games to watch on TV. If your Ford vehicle is equipped with Pro Power Onboard, roughing for the week doesn’t have to be quite so, well, rough.
Onboard Wi-Fi
With connectivity for up to 10 mobile devices, Ford vehicles equipped with an embedded modem keep your whole crew connected to the music, games, videos, and social media they can’t live without. You may never hear the words “Are we there yet?” again.