Ford Super Duty – Smart Driver Assist Technologies

PEKIN, Ill., – The all-new 2017 Ford Super Duty is here and it’s ready to make a statement. Ford is giving drivers the control they want with the new Ford Super Duty – smart driver assist technologies. New features include:

• Adaptive cruise control and collision warning
• Adaptive Steering
• Blind Spot Information System with trailer coverage
• BoxLink with locking cleats
• Trailer Camera
• Inflatable rear outboard safety belts
• Multicontour front seats
• Power-deployable running boards
• PowerScope power-telescoping and power-folding trailer tow mirrors
• Remote tailgate release
• Flat load floor
• Stowable loading ramps
• SYNC 3
• Tailgate step
• Trailer Reverse Guidance
• Trailer tire pressure monitoring
• Utility lighting system

These adaptive technologies were designed to help drivers stay in control on their truck, even when towing up to 31,500 pounds. The adaptive cruise control allows drivers to set following distance and speed. If traffic slows down, the truck automatically adjusts to its preset following distance. This also helps drivers maintain their speed, even while they are towing large amounts up hill. Adaptive steering control changes the amount of steering input needed according to the speed of the vehicle. This makes for a more controlled and maneuverable steering experience.

As well as the adaptive driving technologies, the new Super Duty comes with many safety technology features like the back up camera and Blind Spot Information System. It also offers drivers a world of connectivity with Ford SYNC 3.

The 2017 Ford Super Duty will be available later this year.

Have confidence in your truck with the 2017 Ford Super Duty – smart driver assist technologies! If you’re curious about your current Ford vehicle technology, read our latest Ford SYNC page at VeldeFordPekin.com! You can learn about what your vehicle is capable of and all of the latest updates!

Located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554, Velde Ford of Pekin is committed to providing customers outstanding service. We want you to enjoy your car buying experience. If you have any questions or concerns, be sure to stop by the dealership or visit our website at www.VeldeFordPekin.com. You can also reach us at (888) 221-2804. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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Take Control of Your Vehicle With Ford’s Adaptive Steering System

PEKIN, Ill. – Once upon a time, power steering was a new sensation that made driving all the more easier and enjoyable. But now you can truly take control of your vehicle with Ford Motor Co.’s adaptive steering system.

“First and foremost, all Ford Motor Company products have to offer a great driving experience,” said Raj Nair, Ford group vice president, Global Product Development. “This new steering technology can help make vehicles easy to maneuver and fun to drive.”

The vehicles you know are built with fixed-ratio steering systems that only allow for the steering wheel and front wheels to affect each other directly. The difference that allows you to take control of your vehicle with Ford’s adaptive steering system is in changed communication between your vehicle’s steering components. Instead of your front wheels coinciding with the amount of steering wheel turns you make, the new steering system bases wheel turns off of your speed.

If you’re driving slower it will require more steering wheel turns to move your front wheels in the desired direction. This allows you to maneuver better in tight areas lot parking lots. If you’re driving faster it will require less steering wheel turns to move your front wheels in the desired direction. This provides more stability and control when you’re driving on the highway.

The trick for an adaptive steering system like this is found in the precision-controlled actuator located in the steering wheel. The electric motor and gearing system, designed by Ford and engineers from Germany-based auto supplier TKAG, adds or subtracts from your steering inputs depending on the driving situation, but preserve other functions of a traditional steering system so you’re still in complete control.

Look for Ford’s adaptive steering system with the debut of the 2016 Ford Edge, which will be on our Peoria area Ford dealer lot in no time. Eventually the system will be implemented into all Ford vehicles, giving you more control to avoid collisions or other damaging situations that call for car repair or auto service.

At Velde Ford, we are committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit our dealership, Velde Ford at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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