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How the New Ford Edge Became One of the Safest and Most Capable SUVs Around

Advanced New Safety and Technology Features of the 2018 Ford Edge

There are many reasons so many people flock to the Ford Edge every time a new model year rolls around. One of the main reasons is that, each and every model year, the new Ford Edge is updated, enhanced, upgraded and improved to be better than ever before. That’s especially true for the 2018 model year, as the 2018 Ford Edge includes more advanced new safety and technology features than ever before. What are those new features? Well, we’re glad you asked, as that’s what we’re going to highlight here.

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Safety is the Name of the Game for the 2018 Ford Edge Thanks to These New Features

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Everyone wants to be as safe as possible while out on the road, and you’re not going to be much safer than you are in a new Ford Edge from Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA. That’s because the 2018 Ford Edge lineup features standard safety systems like power sideview mirrors featuring integrated blind spot monitors, steering wheel mounted controls (cruise & audio), adjustable outboard head restraints, AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control and Curve Control, a full complement of air bags plus the Safety Canopy System, the Belt-Minder front safety belt reminder system, anti-lock brakes, child safety rear door locks, height-adjustable front safety belts, an illuminated entry, an individual tire pressure monitoring system, the Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children (LATCH) System, the MyKey system, the Personal Safety System, a rear view camera and the SOS Post-Crash Alert System. Adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning featuring brake support, a blind spot information system featuring cross-traffic alert, an enhanced active park assist system featuring side parking sensors, a front 180-degree camera featuring a washer, HID headlamps, intelligent all-wheel drive, a lane-keeping system and rear outboard inflatable safety belts are also available.

Get All the Latest Tech Features with a New Ford Edge

The 2018 Ford Edge also features a slew of advanced new technology systems, such as four 12-volt powerpoints, a cargo management system, intelligent access with push-button start and the SYNC infotainment system featuring a 4.2-inch color LCD screen and one smart-charging USB port. An INVISION 2 dual headrest DVD player, foot-activated liftgate, heated steering wheel, power panoramic Vista Roof, remote start system, voice-activated navigation system and the SYNC 3 infotainment system featuring an 8-inch color LCD capacitive touchscreen, AppLink, 911 Assist and two smart-charging USB ports are also available.

To learn more about the 2018 Ford Edge and all of the other new Ford cars, trucks and SUVs available here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, please contact our staff.