Ford wants your driving experience to be second to none. In an effort to make driving safer and much cooler, they introduced MyFord, the new 2011 Edge and 2012 Focus dashboard at this week’s CES in Las Vegas. There will also be a MyLincoln Dash for 2011 Lincoln.
MyFord dashboard essentially eliminates driver distraction by replacing traditional navigational systems with some cool touchscreen tech, easy access environmental controls, and voice command. The MyFord dashboard system was a collaboration between Ford, Microsoft and Sony.
Personalized Auto Inferfaces
Ford Enhances Personal Auto Navigation With MyFord Dashboard
Trend Themes
1. Enhanced Auto Dashboards - Collaboration between Ford, Microsoft, and Sony is paving the way for enhanced auto dashboards that prioritize safety and usability with touchscreen technology and voice command controls.
2. Driver Distraction Reduction - In an effort to make driving safer, automakers like Ford are investing in technology that reduces driver distraction, such as replacing traditional navigational systems with touchscreen displays.
3. Intuitive Auto Interfaces - Ford's MyFord dashboard showcases the trend towards intuitive auto interfaces that offer easy access to controls, making the driving experience more seamless and user-friendly.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can leverage the trend of enhanced auto dashboards to create more innovative and safer driving experiences for customers.
2. Technology - As technology companies collaborate with automakers, there are opportunities to develop cutting-edge auto interface technologies that prioritize safety and usability.
3. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can benefit from the trend of intuitive auto interfaces by creating innovative touchscreen displays and voice command systems for cars.