Level 2 hands-free driving approved for UK motorways

Drivers of Ford BlueCruise-enabled Mustang Mach-E models can use ‘hands-off, eyes-on’ driving technology on so-called Blue Zones, amounting to 2,300 miles of travel pre-mapped motorways in England, Scotland and Wales.

According to Ford, BlueCruise monitors road markings, speed signs and evolving traffic conditions to control steering, acceleration, braking and lane positioning, as well as maintain safe and consistent distances to vehicles ahead. Infrared camera technology continually checks driver attentiveness for safety and confidence.

UK owners of Ford Mustang Mach-E model year 2023 vehicles will be the first to be able to activate BlueCruise which is included in the first 90 days after purchase, followed by a £17.99 monthly subscription.

“It is great news that Ford has chosen us for the European launch of its BlueCruise technology, and I am delighted that this country is once more at the forefront of innovation,” said Jesse Norman, UK transport minister. “The latest advanced driver assistance systems make driving smoother and easier, but they can also help make roads safer by reducing scope for driver error.”