2013 Ford Fusion and Flex Get SYNC as Standard Equipment
Drivers of more than 4 million vehicles already take advantage of mobile device connectivity provided by Ford SYNC, which is available as either optional or standard equipment on every new Ford sold in North America. That population is set to grow even more for 2013 as the all-new Ford Fusion and Flex get the voice-activated SYNC systemas standard equipment.
Since its debut in 2007, SYNC has been connecting mobile phones and media players and enabling hands-free use through a voice-control system.
"Ford SYNC technology has led the industry in transforming the way we connect to our cars," said Dave Mondragon, Ford general marketing managerm in a statement. "SYNC has enabled Ford drivers to take advantage of the latest communication and entertainment technology with an easily upgradeable architecture that is friendly to use."
Every all-new Fusion and Flex will be equipped with SYNC, whether it has an entry-level audio system or top-of-the-line MyFord Touch interface. Compatible phones and media players can be connected to SYNC through a standard USB port or wirelessly via Bluetooth.
Hands-free, voice-activated control of music playback and phone calls enables drivers to drive safer by keeping their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel. With a connected mobile phone, drivers can also use SYNC Services to get voice-activated access to a cloud-based network of information, including traffic, news, sports, weather, horoscopes, stock quotes, and movie listings, along with business searches and turn-by-turn directions.
In the event of an accident, SYNC 911 Assist can directly call emergency services and transmit the vehicle location to first responders.
Fusion and Flex drivers aren't limited to the SYNC functionality that was built in when they bought the car. As new features are added to SYNC, owners can download free updates to a USB flash drive that can be loaded into the car.
The redesigned 2013 Ford Fusion and Flex will lead the way to a projected 9 million more SYNC-powered vehicles during the next three years.