Ford has now revealed the next-generation Ranger, and the mid-size bakkie is packed with features and promises improved capability compared to the current model. Ford says it collaborated with its customers around the world to develop a more versatile and desirable bakkie than ever before.
Following the new Ranger’s debut, there’s a few things we’ve been more curious about than anything else, and that is all the tech found in the new bakkie.
One of the biggest changes inside the bakkie is the addition of a large portrait-mode touchscreen. Two varied sizes are available depending on the trim level, including a 10.1-inch and a 12-inch screen. The big screens go along with the fully digital instrument cluster. In addition, Ranger will also have an embedded FordPass modem providing connectivity to devices in the car and features such as remote starting, remote vehicle status reports, and the ability to lock and unlock the doors from a smartphone.
The large screen also gives drivers access to the 360-degree camera view in some models making parking easier and allowing drivers to see what’s going on around the vehicle when off-roading.
Other interesting touches for the new Ranger include zone lighting, which can be controlled using the Sync screen or the FordPass app. Zone lighting is a 360-degree lighting system around the truck designed to improve visibility. Lighting is also provided inside the cargo box underneath the left and right handrails to provide light for loading or unloading cargo.
Along with the development of the truck, Ford is also developing its own accessories and working with third parties like ARB. A full range of 150 factory-backed accessories for work and play will be available for the new Ranger.
Details such as availability and pricing should be offered closer to launch.
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