What is the co-pilot prep kit?

[Tangible]

I’m considering buying a Premium Mach E. My understanding is that lane keeping and adaptive cruise control are standard, but I see that it also includes something called a co-pilot prep kit. Can someone explain what that is, and if I need to buy something else to enable it?

Thanks.

 

[electriceddy]

I’m considering buying a Premium Mach E. My understanding is that lane keeping and adaptive cruise control are standard, but I see that it also includes something called a co-pilot prep kit. Can someone explain what that is, and if I need to buy something else to enable it?

Thanks.

From what I read here:
https://media.ford.com/content/ford...cing-hands-free-driver-assist-technology.html
it is software to enable hands free driving on prequalified sections of divided highways (Hands free zones).
"Included" means not having to pay $600 at a later date (after 3rd quarter of 2021) when it becomes available and having to download it with an OTA update.

 

[Tangible]

So, until that time, is there “old-fashioned” ACC and Lanekeeping?

 

[SThomas219]

So, until that time, is there “old-fashioned” ACC and Lanekeeping?

Yes, that comes standard in the Premium's. BTW, you do not have to subscribe to the full 360 package if you don't want to.

 

[Tangible]

Thanks. After experiencing “autopilot” in a Tesla S I used to own, I’m kind of soured on the idea. If I have to stay focused on the road, either with Tesla’s steering wheel sensor or Ford’s selfie camera, what’s the advantage? I found it actually increased my stress, always wondering if the car was going to do the right thing. For an experienced driver, steering is almost subconscious, and effortless.

When self-driving gets to the point where the “driver” can be allowed to read a book or watch a movie, I’ll happily sign up.