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Ford announced Monday it is rolling out a software update for its Ford F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E electric models that enables EV routing for Google Maps through Android Auto.
The update also displays compatible Tesla Supercharger locations accessible with an adapter, allowing Ford EVs to charge at more stations.
Additional features include preconditioning the battery for faster charging when navigating to DC fast chargers and displaying available chargers along the route. Also, the company’s Product Manager Anthony Phillips said the updates brings “a couple of surprises”.
Here’s the video shared by Ford amid the announcement of the new software update.
“The update also allows Android Auto customers to view compatible Tesla Supercharger locations to charge at with an adapter, while driving in a Ford electric vehicle and using Google Maps,” Phillips wrote on his LinkedIn.
“This includes enroute preconditioning of the battery when navigating to a DC fast charger and being able to see available chargers along the route,” Phillips added.
Ford, which began offering free adapters for Tesla’s Supercharger network to its EV owners last February, is now advising some customers to discontinue use.
As initially reported by InsideEVs, a “potential issue” has been identified and it may lead to “reduced charging speeds over time” or possible damage to the charging port.
Ford will release its third-quarter earnings results after the market closes on Monday.
Written by Cláudio Afonso | LinkedIn | X
