{"id":23445,"date":"2026-09-22T20:53:45","date_gmt":"2026-09-22T20:53:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/akinsford\/?p=23445"},"modified":"2026-09-22T20:53:46","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T20:53:46","slug":"bluecruise-towing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/blog\/bluecruise-towing\/","title":{"rendered":"Hands-Free Hauling: Ford Introduces BlueCruise Towing for Truck Owners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2><strong>Will BlueCruise have a towing mode?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Ford is introducing a dedicated towing mode for BlueCruise starting on the 2027 Ford F-150. This innovative technology allows drivers to haul trailers hands-free on designated controlled-access highways, providing driver-assist support that automatically manages steering, braking, and acceleration while towing properly configured loads up to 10,000 pounds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/new-vehicles-winder-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>View our inventory<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/contact-akins-ford-in-winder-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Contact us<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3>Hands-Free Towing Arrives on Controlled-Access Highways&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Towing heavy loads across Georgia highways requires constant focus and careful vehicle control. To help reduce driver fatigue during long hauls, Akins Ford in Winder, GA, is excited to share how Ford expanded its driver-assist suite to include BlueCruise towing capabilities. By combining advanced camera sensors with real-time software adjustments, this system gives truck owners unprecedented confidence when pulling equipment or recreational trailers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Launch Vehicle:<\/strong> Debuting on the 2027 Ford F-150 across all BlueCruise-equipped trims.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Maximum Towing Limit:<\/strong> Supports hands-free highway driving with up to 10,000 lbs of max available towing capacity.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Speed Management:<\/strong> Automatically caps hands-free driving speed at 75 mph while towing.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Safety Protocols:<\/strong> Requires a unique trailer profile, monitors trailer sway continuously, and disables hands-free lane changes while trailering.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/09\/22204808\/Sep26_Share01_AkinsFord_b_o_2027_Ford_F-150_int_bluecruise_towing_mode.jpeg\" alt=\"A man using the towing feature in Ford's BlueCruise technology package\" class=\"wp-image-23446\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/09\/22204808\/Sep26_Share01_AkinsFord_b_o_2027_Ford_F-150_int_bluecruise_towing_mode.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/09\/22204808\/Sep26_Share01_AkinsFord_b_o_2027_Ford_F-150_int_bluecruise_towing_mode-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/09\/22204808\/Sep26_Share01_AkinsFord_b_o_2027_Ford_F-150_int_bluecruise_towing_mode-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>A man using the towing feature in Ford&#8217;s BlueCruise technology package<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/09\/22204813\/Sep26_Share01_AkinsFord_b2_o_2027_Ford_F-150_ext_rear_towing_boat.jpg\" alt=\"A Ford F-150 towing a large boat using Ford BlueCruise Towing\" class=\"wp-image-23447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/09\/22204813\/Sep26_Share01_AkinsFord_b2_o_2027_Ford_F-150_ext_rear_towing_boat.jpg 800w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/09\/22204813\/Sep26_Share01_AkinsFord_b2_o_2027_Ford_F-150_ext_rear_towing_boat-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/09\/22204813\/Sep26_Share01_AkinsFord_b2_o_2027_Ford_F-150_ext_rear_towing_boat-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>A Ford F-150 towing a large boat using Ford BlueCruise Towing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3>Smarter Engineering for Everyday Georgia Truck Owners&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For hardworking folks around Northeast Georgia, hauling heavy loads is simply part of daily life. Because local drivers regularly haul work gear and campers along Interstate 85, having access to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/blog\/whats-new-in-ford-bluecruise-1-5\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BlueCruise<\/a> towing makes long-distance travel much more comfortable. In 2025 alone, F-150 owners logged 118 million hands-free miles, yet 76% of truck owners regularly use their pickups to tow. Consequently, Ford engineered this specialized software update to handle complex dynamic factors like wind resistance, weight distribution, and trailer sway.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Whether you are pulling a camper up toward the North Georgia mountains or hauling heavy equipment across town, BlueCruise towing gives local truck owners a whole new level of highway driving confidence,&#8221; notes Akins Ford spokesperson Tanner Maloof.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, built-in safety parameters ensure responsible operation every step of the way. If the system detects persistent trailer sway, excessive weight, or low tire pressure, it instantly prompts the driver to take manual control. Therefore, drivers enjoy effortless highway cruising while maintaining complete peace of mind.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>You Might Also Like: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/clp-2027-ford-expedition-winder-ga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover the 2027 Ford Expedition<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2>Experience the Latest Ford Innovation at Akins Ford&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to explore how the newest Ford technology can upgrade your daily driving and towing routine? Visit our team at Akins Ford in Winder, GA, to learn more about upcoming model arrivals, custom orders, and hands-free driving features. Since Akins Ford stands proudly as the number one Ford dealership in the nation, our dedicated sales staff is always here to help you find the ideal truck for every heavy-duty job!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n.png\" alt=\"Checkmark above #1 Ford Retail Sales\" class=\"wp-image-21133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n.png 450w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n-300x95.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><strong>#1 Ford Retail Sales Dealer in the Nation <\/strong><\/strong>based on the Ford Retail Sales Report.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n.png\" alt=\"checkmark above #1 F-Series Retail Dealer\" class=\"wp-image-21133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n.png 450w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n-300x95.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>#1 F-Series (F-150-F-550) Retail Dealer in the Nation <\/strong>in 2025 based on the Ford Retail Sales Report.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n.png\" alt=\"Checkmark above #1 Truck Dealer Sales\" class=\"wp-image-21133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n.png 450w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n-300x95.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>#1 Truck Dealer (Pickup + Van Sales) <\/strong>with 4,491 new vehicles sold.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n.png\" alt=\"checkmark above #1 in Retail Commercial Sales\" class=\"wp-image-21133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n.png 450w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/08\/15191326\/2srpcard-icons-checkmark_n-300x95.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>#1 in Retail Commercial (Fleet tail) Sales<\/strong> with 2,538 vehicles sold.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Will BlueCruise have a towing mode?\u00a0 Yes, Ford is introducing a dedicated towing mode for BlueCruise starting on the 2027 Ford F-150. 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