BlueCruise became the first such system to receive regulatory approval in Europe when it debuted on the Ford Mustang Mach-E in 2023. Now, the technology will appear in one of the brand's most popular family vehicles.
BlueCruise is a system that operates on the "hands-free, eyes on the road" principle. It allows drivers to remove their hands from the steering wheel while driving in specially designated Blue Zones. These zones cover approximately 95% of highways in 16 European countries.
Building on the capabilities of Kuga's adaptive cruise control, BlueCruise handles steering, acceleration, braking, and lane keeping. The system maintains a safe distance from other vehicles both on highways and in "stop-start" mode in traffic jams.
BlueCruise will be available on the Kuga with an automatic transmission starting in April. The technology is included in the Driver Assistance Pack, standard for the ST-Line X and Active X trims, and also available as an option for the Titanium and ST-Line versions.
Ford offers several options for accessing the technology: a one-time purchase or monthly and annual plans for those who want to test the system or require autopilot only at certain times of the year, such as during summer vacations or frequent business trips. All Kuga models with BlueCruise support come with a three-month trial period.
Source: Ford