Future Fords might detect speeding and report you to the cops

[thperez1972]

I don't think this will help sales.

"Ford is trying to patent a way for its cars to report speeding drivers to the police.

A patent application from the automaker titled “Systems and Methods for Detecting Speeding Violations” was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Jul. 18 2024, and was originally filed by Ford Jan. 12, 2023.

In the application, Ford discusses using cars to monitor each other’s speeds. If one car detects that a nearby vehicle is being driven above the posted limit, it could use onboard cameras to photograph that vehicle. A report containing both speed data and images of the targeted vehicle could then be sent directly to a police car or roadside monitoring units via an Internet connection, according to Ford."

https://www.wdtn.com/automotive/future-fords-might-detect-speeding-and-report-you-to-the-cops/

 

[drill sgt]

Another form of "Big Brother" just around the corner.......................... drill sgt.

 

[Abby Normal]

Looks like somebody at Ford took up Galvanized Nukedum idea on new cars not being able to go 10 mph on the speed limit.

 

[Jstudz220]

That’s a hard no for me for many reasons. I just want to know who actually thought this would be a good idea? I bet the marketing team isn’t too happy about it.

 

[323MAR]

Wow, that would be the worst sales pitch ever for a Mustang! "This car will even brag to the cops!'

 

[Will Penny]

I don't think this will help sales.

"Ford is trying to patent a way for its cars to report speeding drivers to the police.

A patent application from the automaker titled “Systems and Methods for Detecting Speeding Violations” was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Jul. 18 2024, and was originally filed by Ford Jan. 12, 2023.

In the application, Ford discusses using cars to monitor each other’s speeds. If one car detects that a nearby vehicle is being driven above the posted limit, it could use onboard cameras to photograph that vehicle. A report containing both speed data and images of the targeted vehicle could then be sent directly to a police car or roadside monitoring units via an Internet connection, according to Ford."

https://www.wdtn.com/automotive/future-fords-might-detect-speeding-and-report-you-to-the-cops/

Looks like the woke mind virus has infected Ford.

 

[Gator 45/70]

If they could be programed to self-pit that would be awesome!

 

[Big H]

I never ever speed. I'm 76 and the only moving violation I ever got was when I was a 21yr old Sailor. I was in San Diego in transit waiting for orders. I got pulled over by CHP and got a ticket for going too slow on the freeway, lol. True story!
What idiot came up with this idea? Bet you my sweet bippie, they weren't in the sales division...
I've owned Chevy, Pontiac, olds, & Fords all my life. But after reading this I've absolutely owned my last Ford... No matter if they actually put this in practice or not. Just the idea someone running the company came up with this stupidity.

Beam me up Scottie. There's no intelligent life forms down here!

Stupid is as stupid does!
Forrest Gump...

If Ford does do this the others won't be far behind doing the same---

 

[Magdump]

One important point nobody’s elaborating on: from the article, it’s suggested that these cars will record and report other cars. As in any other cars. People think Tesla owners have it bad with trashy people committing random acts of vandalism, let a few folks get “photo enforcement tickets” (anyone know of Ford gets a kickback on that?) and find out through the court or the cop that it’s because of a tattle tail Ford in traffic…it’ll be open season on Ford-Lincoln-Mercury cars and their owners.
Yup, just like the way they’re using a network of Ring doorbell cameras to spy on folks and “fight crime”, now they’ll have rolling traffic cam license plate readers and mobile photo ticket traps. Looks like we’re quickly catching up with China. All we’re missing is the drones screaming at us from overhead.

I’ve owned a couple of 1960’s-1970’s Ford products over the years, but I’ve never really been a fan. I reckon selling out their customers is another reason to stay away.

 

[Magdump]

If Ford does do this the others won't be far behind doing the same---

If they do it and get away with it..
Anyone have any idea what the incentive is for them? I know the technology has been there, it just hasn’t been applied (that we know of!) why would you potentially p;SS off your customer base by… oh wait, they don’t care. Government bailouts….nevermind.

 

[kz45]

If they do it and get away with it..
Anyone have any idea what the incentive is for them? I know the technology has been there, it just hasn’t been applied (that we know of!) why would you potentially p;SS off your customer base by… oh wait, they don’t care. Government bailouts….nevermind.

If it only saves one life!

 

[hotbiggun]

If you dont break the law then you have nothing to worry about!

 

[Big H]

If you dont break the law then you have nothing to worry about!

Ever try driving 70 mph in the slow lane on the interstate---that or the one guy driving 45 mph can get you killed---

 

[AustinBR]

This is likely just one of those patents that they file for the sake of having the patent.

 

[Bigchillin83]

Didn’t even think ford could go that fast… they would prob be better off auto calling a tow truck when it breaks down…
Ford= found on road dead

Yup I’m a dodge man!!!! MOPAR BABY

 

[gwpercle]

Parents would stand in line to buy them for their ...
Children who wanted to drive ...
And if you could set it to notify the parents too ...
Even Better !
Gary

 

[2A Travel]

Parents would stand in line to buy them for their ...
Children who wanted to drive ...
And if you could set it to notify the parents too ...
Even Better !
Gary

There are plenty of apps and tools that exist that do this without reporting people to the police against their will...

 

[kz45]

This is why we need kill switches in cars, that way the cops can killem, (the car not the driver) lol

 

[Abby Normal]

How will this be reported to the cops? Not 911 I’m sure but special hardware/software. What departments want to spend more money on this for speeders, Golden Meadow? What happens when this system is hacked? Is this going to be for All Fords or just high end? How many cops & politicians will steer clear of Fords so they don’t self incriminate?
Fords new slogan “Ford working for Big Brother”

 

[lesgeaux]

I heard on the net that Ford will name the program, Karen.