Great article, glad to see the Taurus holding its own! Anyone priced a used Taurus? They are still quiet costly with a 4 year old Limited selling for around $20k and a SHO going for around $25k (at least here in VA).
All 2010+ Ford Taurus with Ford Sync will alert 911 if any airbag deploys. All models have "SOS Post Crash Alert" which activates the horn and flashers, disables the fuel pump, after an impact involving an airbag deployment.
Upon the alert to 911, the phone coordinates are captured. The system then activates the speakers and microphone as it would during a normal call allowing you to communicate with the 911 operator. Of course, your phone has to be paired and it has to survive the crash. The phone also has be be close by, usually around 10-20 feet around the car. And lastly, your auto battery must have survived the impact so that the system can have power to work. Pretty cool technology, especially considering there is no additional fees or cost associated.
Mark
Quote from: ShoBoat on August 11, 2014, 09:06:28 AM
Quote from: PokerMunkee on August 11, 2014, 09:04:15 AM
Nice to see a 5 year old model hang in with a new one.
All MFT's (2013+) will alert 911 if you are in an accident? What all does it relay?
It just places the call I believe, then 911 can get your position from your phone number I think.