Ford Motor Co. has unveiled safety technologies it will roll out for its entire fleet of sport/utility vehicles beginning in the 2002-model year. The safety technologies will alert SUV drivers to low tire pressure, provide increased accident-avoidance capabilities and enhanced crash protection, help SUVs avoid potential rollovers and offer increased protection in a rollover, and help address crash-compatibility issues with smaller vehicles. All Ford SUVs, with first applications starting in 2002-model year, will offer an advanced tire-pressure monitoring system and feature as standard equipment antilock brakes with electronic brake distribution for reduced stopping distances and lowered front bumper beams for better car-to-SUV crash compatibility. The SUVs also will offer advanced occupant-protection technology with Ford’s personal safety system and safety canopy rollover-protection system as well as AdvanceTrac elec-tronic stability programming. Each of these technologies will be available on Ford Escape, Explorer, Explorer Sport and SportTrac, Expedition, and Excursion by 2005.