Category Archives: Technology
Ford Acquires Quantum Signal Accelerating the Development of Autonomous Driving
Randall Reed’s Planet Ford in Humble (serving greater Houston, Katy, Atascocita, Kingwood, Conroe) is excited to see that Ford is taking steps to accelerate their autonomous driving plans. The automaker has acquired Quantum Signal, a cutting-edge company founded in 1999, … Continue reading
Car Tech Talk News
If you keep up on car tech talk, you’ve probably heard about Cellular Vehicle to Everything Technology, or C-V2X. There are a lot of ideas and promises attached to this technology but as Don Butler, Executive Director, Ford Connected Vehicle … Continue reading
The Fusion of Ford and Argo AI
Randall Reed’s Planet Ford in Humble has some Ford-tastic news! Autonomous cars may be closer to consumer use than we initially anticipated, thanks to the Argo AI and Ford collaboration. The Ford Fusion Hybrid is the third-generation test vehicle for … Continue reading
Driver-Assist: The Future Is Here With Ford’s Co-Pilot360
Did you know that the phrase riding shotgun comes from stagecoaches? That’s right. It wasn’t your older brother trying to get the front seat before you could. Back then, the stagecoach would have a man/woman riding shotgun (riding next to … Continue reading
Artificial Intelligence Helps Drives Ford Edge, Reduces Fuel Usage
It is no longer the stuff of science fiction movies, artificial intelligence (AI) is now being used to help improve your journey and improve your fuel efficiency, too. Coming soon to Randall Reed’s Planet Ford in Humble is the new … Continue reading
Ford Enables Self-Driving Food Delivery With Postmates
Postmates, Ford and Tacos… It’s a familiar feeling. The day inches towards dinner and your stomach makes a simple, direct plea to your heart: You want tacos. That hand pressed corn tortilla, the tangy salsa and fresh cilantro — you’re getting hungry … Continue reading
Planet Ford – How To: Available Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start
Did you know that on select Ford vehicles you can unlock and start your vehicle without ever touching your key? At Randall Reed’s Planet Ford in Humble, many customers ask how this works. So, we wanted to offer insight on … Continue reading
SYNC AppLink Delivers First Voice-Activated, Mood-Based Music
Sounds futuristic. An app that adjust your music to your mood. That is just what is coming to Ford SYNC® AppLink™ API. Gracenote developers are providing drivers a unique way to enjoy music to match their mood. It uses a … Continue reading