Ford Motor Co. is installing software via Wi-Fi in cars on their assembly line. This software is sent wirelessly into the Edge and Lincoln MKX. This software will provide drivers plentiful customization options. Drivers can tailor their cars to their liking wirelessly without costing the automotive manufacturers money on different parts for the car. This technology enables automakers to provide customization for their buyers without having to pay or having to put together uniquely designed vehicles.
This innovation will attract busy, working people because it offers “Wi-Fi “hotspots” in the cars so passengers using laptops or other devices can tap into the Internet while on the road.” Because their installation procedure is wireless, it reduces labor expenses and does not slow the assembly-line rate. Ford’s new technology will revolutionize the auto industry. Ford is the leading carmaker to offer Wi-Fi hotspots in their vehicles. General Motors Co., Chrysler Group LLC and Volkswagen AG are planning on following Ford’s lead. The auto industry is moving forward to update their vehicles with more technology-friendly systems. Ford’s technology will spark competition between the leading carmakers. These carmakers will compete to create the most convenient and technology-advanced vehicle.
Options of customization range from “power-seat preferences to how quickly the transmission shifts gears”. This advance feature benefits both consumers and automakers. Just like how Smartphones have weaved themselves into the daily lives of many Americans and have become an important business tool, Ford’s invention may become the new Smartphone. Though this new technology presents itself to be a positive enhancement, will it prove to cause more problems? Will this high-tech new device cause a spike in the amount of car thefts and distract drivers?
Irene Kalis
Why do you think the new technology could cause a rise in car theft?
ReplyDeletePutting advanced technology in a vehicle could cause a rise in car theft because thefts can physically steal it and use the software in other cars. If stolen, this technology could also cause problems because costumers may have their personal information in the software.
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