Stay focussed and connected to your family with Ford Life360

Ford Motor Company has introduced Sync Applink enabled Life360 app feature for drivers to keep their eyes on the road and at the same time stay connected with their families. When the Life360 app is connected through the vehicle's Ford Sync Applink, the system automatically notifies the driver's family and loved ones that he/she is currently driving and to encourage them not to text the person until the driver reaches his/her destination.

The notification about the driver reaching his/her destination comes as a follow-up after the journey is complete. “Responsible driving habits are top priorities at Ford Motor Company, and we are pleased to be working with Life360 to help reduce driver distractions,” said Julius Marchwicki, Product manager, Ford Connected Services. “With the integration of Life360 Drive Mode, we are helping to keep drivers' attention on the road by letting their loved ones know that they are behind the wheel, encouraging family members and friends to hold off on sending texts.”

Life360 is a free smart phone application that enables family members and close friends stay in touch through their busy day. Users can see where their circle of family and friends are on a private map, stay connected through one-to-one or group messages, and get help in an emergency.

“We are thrilled to be working with Ford to take on such an important issue and help reduce texting and driving,” said Chris Hulls, Co-founder and CEO, Life360. “Keeping families connected is one of our core tenets, and we're proud our technology can also help play a key role in promoting distraction-free driving.”