What Is Ford BlueCruise?
Ford BlueCruise is an available hands-free highway driver-assist system designed to help reduce some of the workload associated with highway driving. When the vehicle enters a compatible section of divided highway known as a hands-free Blue Zone, BlueCruise can help control steering, braking, acceleration, and lane positioning while the driver continues watching the road.
Ford currently reports more than 130,000 miles of compatible hands-free Blue Zone highways across North America. Coverage can change as Ford updates and expands the BlueCruise network, so drivers should use Ford’s current BlueCruise map when planning a trip.
Make Highway Driving More Comfortable
BlueCruise can assist with steering, braking, acceleration, and keeping the vehicle positioned within its lane. This support can make long stretches of compatible highway driving feel more manageable, whether you are commuting through the Kansas City metro or beginning a longer road trip from Lee’s Summit.
BlueCruise is not autonomous or self-driving technology. The driver must remain attentive, keep their eyes on the road, and be ready to take control whenever driving conditions or the system require it.
Driver-Focused Technology
BlueCruise builds on familiar driver-assist technologies such as Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering. A driver-facing camera monitors the driver’s eye gaze and head position to help confirm that the driver remains attentive while the system is engaged. Connected mapping and vehicle sensors also help BlueCruise identify compatible roads and respond to surrounding driving conditions.
Experience Available Ford BlueCruise Technology
The best way to understand how BlueCruise works is to explore an equipped Ford vehicle in person. The Bob Sight Ford team can help you review current inventory, identify vehicles equipped with BlueCruise hardware, and explain available trial or subscription options.
How Does Ford BlueCruise Work?
Step 1
Enter a Hands-Free Blue Zone
When your properly equipped Ford enters a compatible section of divided highway, the instrument cluster can display a prompt indicating that BlueCruise is available. These prequalified stretches of highway are called hands-free Blue Zones.
Step 2
Activate BlueCruise
When the system indicates that BlueCruise is available, use the appropriate steering-wheel controls to activate the feature. BlueCruise can then assist with steering, acceleration, braking, and lane positioning while the driver keeps their eyes on the road.
Activation steps and system settings may vary by model, model year, software version, and vehicle configuration. Consult the Owner’s Manual for instructions specific to your Ford.
Step 3
Remain Attentive and Ready
Depending on the vehicle and BlueCruise software version, available features may include Lane Change Assist, In-Lane Repositioning, or Automatic Lane Change. Feature availability varies, and not every BlueCruise-equipped vehicle includes every capability.
Continue watching the road and remain prepared to take control. BlueCruise may alert you to place your hands back on the steering wheel when the vehicle leaves a hands-free Blue Zone or when road, traffic, visibility, or weather conditions require driver intervention.
Explore the BlueCruise Highway Network
Ford reports that hands-free Blue Zones cover more than 130,000 miles of compatible highways across North America. Because coverage can be updated, use Ford’s current BlueCruise map to see where the system may be available along your route.
Which Ford Vehicles Offer BlueCruise?
Ford BlueCruise is currently available on select configurations of several Ford cars, trucks, electric vehicles, and SUVs. Availability depends on the model, model year, trim, equipment, and software version.
A model being listed below does not mean every vehicle in Bob Sight Ford inventory includes BlueCruise. Review the window sticker and vehicle details or ask our team to confirm whether a specific vehicle is equipped with the required BlueCruise hardware.
Ford Mustang Mach-E®
Select Mustang Mach-E configurations may be equipped with available BlueCruise hardware. Features and plan options vary by model year and configuration.
Ford F-150®
BlueCruise hardware is available on select Ford F-150 trims and configurations. Confirm the equipment listed on the window sticker before choosing a particular truck.
Ford F-150 Lightning®
Select Ford F-150 Lightning vehicles may support BlueCruise. Availability, included features, and plan requirements depend on the model year, trim, and vehicle equipment.
Ford Expedition®
Available BlueCruise technology can be found on select Ford Expedition and Expedition MAX configurations. Equipment and feature availability vary by vehicle.
Ford Explorer®
Select Ford Explorer trims and configurations may offer BlueCruise hardware. Available BlueCruise features can vary based on equipment and software version.
Find a Ford with Available BlueCruise in Lee’s Summit
Bob Sight Ford helps drivers from Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, Independence, and the Greater Kansas City area explore current Ford technology. Our team can help you compare BlueCruise-equipped vehicles, review vehicle-specific features, and understand available trial or subscription requirements.
Learn More From Ford
Visit Ford’s official BlueCruise website for current feature availability, compatible highway coverage, plan information, and vehicle eligibility details.