What Is Ford Sync®?

What is Ford Sync®? Ford’s exclusive infotainment system allows Normal drivers to follow navigation directions to events and activities around Bloomington-Normal, peruse their favorite music, and place phone calls, all without taking their hands from the steering wheel. Learn more about what it means to Sync my ride in this guide from Sam Leman Ford.

Ford SYNC® Features

The base Ford Sync® system proves itself anything but basic, thanks to the various features available for Champaign drivers, such as:

• Voice Controls: Stay connected as you drive and don’t worry about fumbling with controls. With Ford Sync®, you can place and answer phone calls, send text messages, and more by simply speaking.
• Music Customization: Unsure what you want to listen to? Ford Sync® can take care of it. Select a genre, and the system will play associated songs, or request that the system create a playlist for you. Other options include access to SiriusXM® radio and Bluetooth® connectivity.
• App Integration: Through the SYNC® AppLink® program, connect to apps like Spotify and Pandora.
• Safety: In the event of an accident, 911 Assist® via Ford SYNC® contacts emergency personnel if you cannot.

Ford SYNC® 3 Features

Opt for the Ford SYNC® 3 system for extra technologies, including:

• Ford+Alexa: Voice control reaches new heights with this system.Connect the Ford+Alexa app to SYNC® 3 AppLink® to take advantage of more than 30,000 available Alexa skills. This setup even provides the opportunity to do your Amazon Prime shopping from your car.
• FordPass™: Ford models equipped with SYNC Connect® feature FordPass™, through which Champaign drivers can remotely start their cars, check fuel levels, and identify their vehicle’s location. SYNC Connect® also offers a Wi-Fi® hotspot for passengers.
• Smartphone App Integration: Ford SYNC® comes available with Apple CarPlay support, or Android Auto smartphone app integrations. Whichever type of device you have, this means that your touchscreen interface will mirror the app screen on your device.

Test Ford SYNC® at Sam Leman Ford

Stay connected while on the go and quickly and easily navigate to restaurants in Normal, IL with Ford SYNC®. Get in touch with Sam Leman Ford to learn more about Ford Sync® features, the ins and outs of Ford MyKey, and other new Ford tech! We’re your go-to source for Ford news and features.