Ford Adds Trailer Backup Assist to 2018 Expedition
The 2018 Ford Expedition will add Pro Trailer Backup Assist to help drivers while they're backing up a trailer, Ford announced.
by Staff
May 25, 2017
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The 2018 Ford Expedition will add Pro Trailer Backup Assist to help drivers while they're backing up a trailer, Ford announced.
The feature, which was first introduced on the 2016 F-150, helps the driver steer the trailer while backing up using a control knob. The system steers the wheels and limits speed.
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