Is Ford including Google Maps EV route planning? CEO Jim Farley hinted on the thought this week as homeowners requested the characteristic.

In right now’s age, staying linked is every little thing. Particularly whereas driving. Though most new automobiles come loaded with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, some automakers are putting off it.

Rival GM introduced it was dropping CarPlay in March, beginning with the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV. As a substitute, GM is partnering with Google to construct its personal customized infotainment techniques for future EVs.

GM’s 2024 Silverado EV will maintain the characteristic, however future electrical fashions, together with the Equinox and GMC Sierra EVs, will embrace GM’s new software program.

The choice was to assist the automaker “seize extra information on how prospects drive and cost EVs.”

After followers have been dissatisfied to be taught the information, Ford confirmed it might proceed to supply the providers in its EVs a month later.

Ford CEO Jim Farley doubled down on the choice this week. Farley posted on his Twitter, saying, “We’re dedicated to protecting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.” He added that prospects “love the options” as they assist their eyes on the highway and fingers on the wheel.

Based on Farley, Ford will proceed to work with Apple and Google to enhance the driving expertise.

Maybe, extra importantly, Ford will work with Google Maps to combine EV route planning. Person @Mach-E Vlog requested Farley if Ford can work with Google to combine EV route planning like Apple Maps for the Mach-E and Lightning.

Farley responded, saying, “Completely.” Apple Maps EV routing was first added to the Mustang Mach-E in March 2022. Ford started rolling out the characteristic within the F-150 Lightning electrical pickup in October.

The characteristic helps you intend journeys, together with really helpful stops for charging. It analyzes elevation adjustments and different components to find out the perfect charging stops and real-time availability.

When the battery will get too low, you’ll be supplied a path to the closest appropriate charging station.