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2012 Ford Focus Earns Four Advanced Technology Safety Awards

November 30, 2011 Ford, Ford Focus, Ford News No comments

The 2012 Ford Focus is the first car ever to receive four Euro NCAP Advanced Safety Awards for its Driver Alert and Forward Alert technologies.

The new Driver Alert System in the 2012 Ford Focus is designed to detect tired driver behavior using advanced camera technology and on-board sensors. This Driver Alert feature displays a vigilance rating via the instrument cluster and will even send a warning if it detects that the driver is fatigued and needs to rest.

In addition to monitoring the alertness of the driver, the 2012 Focus also monitors the traffic on the road with the Forward Alert Accident Warning System. If stopped or slowing traffic is detected, the system will send a warning chime and signal, and will even trigger the brakes if no action is taken.

The Euro NCAP Advanced Awards were introduced in 2010 to recognize car manufacturers who make new safety technologies widely available. As a more affordable car brand, Ford is able to effectively introduce these high-tech features to a greater amount of people.

Stop by Steamboat Motors in Steamboat Springs today to get your next safe and affordable Ford car.

Ford SYNC Now Includes Live Operator Assistance

September 21, 2011 Ford, Ford News No comments

Just when you thought Ford SYNC could do it all, another convenience is added to the mix. In addition to traffic, news, sports, and weather information, Ford SYNC also provides connection to a live operator.

 

This is how it works: a driver who owns a SYNC-equipped Ford vehicle simply says “operator” out loud and they are instantly connected to a real person. The driver can then specify what business or location they would like information on. The operator can provide turn-by-turn directions, send a text message to the driver outlining the business’s contact information, connect the driver directly to the business’s phone, or send the directions directly to the vehicle.

But Ford SYNC is about more than technology. David Gersabeck, product manager of SYNC Services, says that customers are more than pleased to talk to a real person and at no cost. Plus, drivers don’t have to take their eyes off the road when accessing this SYNC service, making driving safer.

Are you interested in this service? Visit syncmyride.com/support to learn more about Ford SYNC.