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January 9, 2026
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 announced plans to integrate AI into its vehicles, focusing on personalization.
- The AI assistant will first appear in Ford and Lincoln smartphone apps, rolling out early this year.
- By 2027, the AI assistant will become a native feature in new or refreshed Ford and Lincoln models.
- Future vehicles will be software-defined, replacing multiple electronic control units with powerful computers.
- Ford has developed an in-house "High Performance Compute Center" for infotainment, driver assistance, audio, and networking.
- The new computer is cheaper, smaller, and offers better performance than previous solutions.
- Ford plans to introduce a new generation of its BlueCruise driver assist system next year with enhanced capabilities and lower cost.
- A Level 3 driver assist system, allowing drivers to relinquish situational awareness under specific conditions, is planned for 2028.
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