A recent advancement Ford has made is the introduction of the Ford Smart Hitch, a feature available on new Ford trucks. The Smart Hitch is designed to make the towing experience safer and more efficient for drivers, and we offer trucks with this tech here at Sherwood Ford in Sherwood Park, AB.
Onboard Scales and Smart Hitch work in tandem to optimize towing. With Onboard Scales, drivers can gauge how much they’re hauling. Smart Hitch helps determine tongue weight. Together, these features help the driver optimize their payload and avoid overhauling.
Once the trailer is connected, Smart Hitch calculates its tongue weight and provides guidance on weight distribution or hitch overloading on the touch screen, on the FordPass ™ app, or within the smart taillamps. If the hitch weight is too high or low, the truck will indicate this to the driver, allowing them to adjust the weight distribution and avoid any potential problems on the road.
One of the primary benefits of the Ford Smart Hitch is its ability to measure tongue weight. Tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. This weight is essential to maintain proper balance and prevent trailer sway while towing. Smart Hitch helps drivers properly hitch up and reduces the possibility of trailer sway when towing.
Overall, Ford Smart Hitch is a game-changer for drivers who frequently tow trailers or haul heavy loads. With this feature and other towing technology, Ford trucks are designed to help drivers get their work done with ease and confidence. Find your next work or recreation truck at Sherwood Ford.
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