Hands-Free Driving with Blue Cruise on the Ford Mustang Mach-E | Level 2 ADAS

TLDRDiscover the hands-free driving experience with Blue Cruise on the Ford Mustang Mach-E, a level 2 advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that allows you to drive on controlled access highways without touching the steering wheel. This technology provides a co-pilot-like experience, making your commute easier and safer.

Key insights

🚗Blue Cruise is a level 2 ADAS that enables hands-free driving on controlled access highways.

👤💻The driver remains responsible for the vehicle and must be alert and ready to take control at any time.

📷An infrared camera monitors the driver's head position and eyes to ensure alertness during hands-free driving.

🚥Blue Cruise utilizes external cameras, radar, and a GPS database for driving calculations.

🌐Blue Cruise is available on select Ford models and works on 97% of controlled access highways in the US and Canada.

Q&A

What is the difference between level 2 and level 5 automated driving?

—Level 2 automation, like Blue Cruise, provides advanced driver assistance but requires the driver to be alert and ready to take control. Level 5 automation is fully autonomous and does not require any human intervention.

Can I use Blue Cruise on any road?

—Blue Cruise is designed for hands-free driving on controlled access highways. It is not recommended for off-road or urban driving.

Do I still need to pay attention to the road while using Blue Cruise?

—Yes, the driver is still responsible for the vehicle and must watch the road and be prepared to take control if needed.

How long can I go hands-free with Blue Cruise?

—Blue Cruise allows hands-free driving for extended periods, but the driver should always remain alert and ready to take control.

Which Ford vehicles are equipped with Blue Cruise?

—Blue Cruise is available on the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E, 2024 F-150, F-150 Lightning, and EXP Edition.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introducing Blue Cruise, a level 2 ADAS that enables hands-free driving on controlled access highways.

01:45Blue Cruise requires the driver to remain responsible for the vehicle and be alert at all times.

03:23An infrared camera monitors the driver's head position and eyes to ensure alertness during hands-free driving.

03:35Blue Cruise utilizes external cameras, radar, and a GPS database for driving calculations.

04:50Blue Cruise is available on select Ford models and works on 97% of controlled access highways in the US and Canada.

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