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09-11-2010, 03:19 PM
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/2/AmericanFlag.jpg While we anxiously await the details of the 2.0L EcoBoost_FE, we may as well have a look at the upcoming 11 Edge’s other class leading technology's. (cleanmpg.com/forums/showthread.php?p=281424)
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/2011_Ford_Edge_Sport.jpgWayne Gerdes - CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) - Sept. 11, 2010
2011 Ford Edge – While we will never see it with Ford’s award winning European 2.0L CDTi Turbo Diesel and a stick, at least with the 2.0L EcoBoost, it should acheive class leading fuel economy in what has to be the best looking Crossover currently available from anyone anywhere.
The wealth of class-exclusive features added to the upcoming 2011 Ford Edge not only include its propulsion systems but also the latest in safety HW and driver assistance technologies. Ford is not just leading the segment, it is leading the industry when it comes to Trucks, Crossovers and Sport Utility’s.
Updated or all-new Safety technology that will be incorporated into Ford’s popular midsize Edge crossover includes AdvanceTrac with RSC. This electronic stability control system helps maintain a driver’s intended path by measuring side-to-side yaw through steering angle, lateral acceleration and yaw rate sensors and automatically making braking and throttle adjustments.
When wheel slip is sensed, AdvanceTrac reduces engine torque and applies selected brakes. RSC is an additional vehicle control software module that monitors and helps control vehicle roll rate.
Regarding new driver assistance and convenience technologies, the 2011 Ford Edge will be found leading with the following:
Adaptive cruise control allows the driver to set the vehicle’s cruising speed, using advanced radar technology to monitor traffic ahead and scan for slower vehicles. The system slows the vehicle to adapt for traffic conditions and maintain the preset distance between vehicles. Once traffic clears, the set speed returns. Gap distance settings can be customized from four predetermined options.
Collision warning with brake support helps reduce speed, automatically pre-charges brakes, provides a red warning light on the windshield as well as an audible beep and engages an electronic brake assist system to help drivers stop more quickly when the system detects a collision is imminent.
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with cross-traffic alert is a feature that can help detect vehicles in blind spots during normal driving, as well as traffic approaching from the sides when reversing out of parking spots.
MyKey® is designed to allow parents to encourage teenagers to drive safely and more fuel efficiently, and increase seat belt usage. The standard MyKey feature allows owners to designate keys that can limit the vehicle’s top speed, audio volume and other features.
Rear view camera automatically engages when the vehicle is placed in reverse. The camera is located in the liftgate above the license plate, and video is shown on the available 8-inch center stack touch screen with an image providing vehicle centerline, rear bumper orientation and trajectory lines to relate an object’s proximity to the rear of the vehicle.
Hill start assist helps keep the vehicle from rolling backward, making it easier to pull away when on a slope or hill. With the brake pedal pressed, if sensors detect the vehicle is on a slope, the system is automatically activated. Brake pressure is held in the braking system and the vehicle remains stationary on the slope for up to two seconds after the driver releases the brake pedal.
Ford's Latest Safety Technology at Work
I have been behind the wheel with Adaptive CC engaged and it is amazing if not spectacular when in heavier traffic. While I am not one to run CC ever, for those that do, at least it will bring them back into the real world before they run up your rear bumper like so many are inclined to do today.
Remember the 2011 Ford Super Duty Press Launch and a 7% grade with 26,000 pounds attached to the truck? Well, Hill Start Assist kept that vehicle from rolling backward. If it can keep over 34,000 pounds from rolling backwards, it can surely keep you from doing the same as well.
BLIS is yet another first rate technology that I hope others will employ as it catches your eye when someone is in or about to encroach into your blind spot on either side of the vehicle.
Anyone that has tried to park a tall rear ended vehicle will appreciate the rear view camera. While it will surely be an option, it will certainly help reduce the chance of a serious accident where our children our concerned…
And finally, while I have never experienced Collision Warning with brake support in a Ford vehicle yet, I hope never to. If I did, at least it will be readying the vehicle to reduce the impact and hopefully resultant injuries that could occur to said driver.
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/2011_Ford_Edge_Sport.jpgWayne Gerdes - CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) - Sept. 11, 2010
2011 Ford Edge – While we will never see it with Ford’s award winning European 2.0L CDTi Turbo Diesel and a stick, at least with the 2.0L EcoBoost, it should acheive class leading fuel economy in what has to be the best looking Crossover currently available from anyone anywhere.
The wealth of class-exclusive features added to the upcoming 2011 Ford Edge not only include its propulsion systems but also the latest in safety HW and driver assistance technologies. Ford is not just leading the segment, it is leading the industry when it comes to Trucks, Crossovers and Sport Utility’s.
Updated or all-new Safety technology that will be incorporated into Ford’s popular midsize Edge crossover includes AdvanceTrac with RSC. This electronic stability control system helps maintain a driver’s intended path by measuring side-to-side yaw through steering angle, lateral acceleration and yaw rate sensors and automatically making braking and throttle adjustments.
When wheel slip is sensed, AdvanceTrac reduces engine torque and applies selected brakes. RSC is an additional vehicle control software module that monitors and helps control vehicle roll rate.
Regarding new driver assistance and convenience technologies, the 2011 Ford Edge will be found leading with the following:
Adaptive cruise control allows the driver to set the vehicle’s cruising speed, using advanced radar technology to monitor traffic ahead and scan for slower vehicles. The system slows the vehicle to adapt for traffic conditions and maintain the preset distance between vehicles. Once traffic clears, the set speed returns. Gap distance settings can be customized from four predetermined options.
Collision warning with brake support helps reduce speed, automatically pre-charges brakes, provides a red warning light on the windshield as well as an audible beep and engages an electronic brake assist system to help drivers stop more quickly when the system detects a collision is imminent.
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with cross-traffic alert is a feature that can help detect vehicles in blind spots during normal driving, as well as traffic approaching from the sides when reversing out of parking spots.
MyKey® is designed to allow parents to encourage teenagers to drive safely and more fuel efficiently, and increase seat belt usage. The standard MyKey feature allows owners to designate keys that can limit the vehicle’s top speed, audio volume and other features.
Rear view camera automatically engages when the vehicle is placed in reverse. The camera is located in the liftgate above the license plate, and video is shown on the available 8-inch center stack touch screen with an image providing vehicle centerline, rear bumper orientation and trajectory lines to relate an object’s proximity to the rear of the vehicle.
Hill start assist helps keep the vehicle from rolling backward, making it easier to pull away when on a slope or hill. With the brake pedal pressed, if sensors detect the vehicle is on a slope, the system is automatically activated. Brake pressure is held in the braking system and the vehicle remains stationary on the slope for up to two seconds after the driver releases the brake pedal.
Ford's Latest Safety Technology at Work
I have been behind the wheel with Adaptive CC engaged and it is amazing if not spectacular when in heavier traffic. While I am not one to run CC ever, for those that do, at least it will bring them back into the real world before they run up your rear bumper like so many are inclined to do today.
Remember the 2011 Ford Super Duty Press Launch and a 7% grade with 26,000 pounds attached to the truck? Well, Hill Start Assist kept that vehicle from rolling backward. If it can keep over 34,000 pounds from rolling backwards, it can surely keep you from doing the same as well.
BLIS is yet another first rate technology that I hope others will employ as it catches your eye when someone is in or about to encroach into your blind spot on either side of the vehicle.
Anyone that has tried to park a tall rear ended vehicle will appreciate the rear view camera. While it will surely be an option, it will certainly help reduce the chance of a serious accident where our children our concerned…
And finally, while I have never experienced Collision Warning with brake support in a Ford vehicle yet, I hope never to. If I did, at least it will be readying the vehicle to reduce the impact and hopefully resultant injuries that could occur to said driver.