Ford and Google are teaming up to launch new connected vehicle experiences
The US automaker Ford recently signed a strategic partnership agreement with Google, a company specializing in data technology, artificial intelligence and machine learning, to advance Ford's transformation and give new dimensions to connected vehicle experiences.
Ford explained that this partnership is the first of its kind, in addition to that it has chosen the Google Cloud platform as a preferred provider of cloud services to take advantage of Google's global expertise in the fields of data and artificial intelligence.
And Ford continued that the new partnership with Google will continue for six years, starting from 2023, and will result in millions of future cars from Ford and Lincoln in all categories equipped with the operating system "Android" and applications and services integrated from Google.
Jim Farley, President and CEO of Ford Motor Company, said: “Ford is witnessing one of the largest and most significant transformations in its history through electric, connected and autonomous vehicles. The collaboration between Google and Ford will lay the foundations for a pioneering innovation base that provides customers with a superior experience and elevates modernity in our business to heights. New".
Google CEO Sundar Pichai said: “Ford laid the foundations for innovation in the automotive industry nearly 120 years ago, from the moving assembly line to the latest driver assistance technology. We are proud to work together to implement the best AI technologies, data analytics, computing and cloud platforms provided by Google. To help Ford transform its business and develop advanced vehicle technologies to keep customers safe and connected while they are on the move.
