Ford is enhancing the electric vehicle (EV) driving experience for Apple CarPlay users with a new feature that simplifies fast charger routing. Owners of the Ford Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning can now seamlessly navigate to North American Charging Standard (NACS) fast charging stations, including Tesla Superchargers, directly through Apple Maps. This integration eliminates the need for manual app switching, providing a more streamlined and convenient journey for EV drivers.

This update, available with CarPlay and iPhones running iOS 17 or later, allows drivers to plan their trips within Apple Maps and receive automatic routing to NACS charging stations when needed. Apple Maps EV Routing calculates the estimated battery level at the destination and suggests charging stops along the way. This integration makes long-distance EV travel more manageable, reducing range anxiety and enhancing the overall driving experience.

To activate this feature, users need to adjust a simple setting within Apple Maps. By setting the preferred charging network to NACS in the Apple Maps settings, drivers enable automatic routing to compatible charging stations. This one-time setup ensures that future trips requiring charging will seamlessly integrate NACS station navigation. This integration reflects Ford’s commitment to providing its EV owners with the latest technological advancements, ensuring a user-friendly and efficient driving experience.

This integration of Apple CarPlay with NACS fast charger routing is a significant step towards making EV travel more accessible and convenient. By simplifying the charging process, Ford and Apple are working together to promote EV adoption and enhance the driving experience for EV owners. This update highlights the ongoing collaboration between automotive and technology companies to create a more seamless and interconnected driving future.