Ford's new generation of electric cars incorporates Apple maps

Sthere's Google. Apple comes in. Ford's next generation of electric cars in the United States of America will have embedded navigation Apple Maps, which follows Google software. It does not apply to electrics that the manufacturer plans to launch in Europe over the coming years in partnership with Geely and Renault.

In a statement issued last week, it can be read that the service of technology founded by Steve Jobs will be integrated into electric cars based on the new UEV platform announced a year ago – through the new MapKit.

The first model will be a medium size pick-up with arrival on the market already scheduled for next year. Maps will be available directly on the vehicle (no need for a phone on via CarPlay).

So, any user can enjoy navigation, real-time traffic information, search and itinerary planning for electric vehicle, among other resources. At the same time, the traditional Apple CarPlay will remain available to connect a smartphone to the car.

On the other hand, ford will take advantage of the road information of Apple maps in development the next generation of its driving aid system blueCruise hands-free.

Jim Farley, executive director of the manufacturer, said in a statement: “Our new medium-sized electric vehicle will have a price of around $30,000 and redefine what can be advanced technology – simple, useful and truly accessible to more customers. We are proud to insert Apple Maps navigation and map technology directly into our UEV platform, giving customers the ultimate browsing experience alongside our Ford application, a complete set of software, and the next generation of BlueCruise – all made possible by the new zonal architecture. Apple Maps provides a world-class product and we are honored to be among the first to incorporate it directly into a vehicle.”.