By Katie Kieffer
Last week, I interviewed Ford Auto at the Minneapolis Auto Show. I decided to showcase Ford on my website because I think Ford’s new SYNC system is an example of an innovative product that keeps freedom in the hands of consumers. At a time when political elites are scrambling to think of ways to excessively restrict and regulate drivers on the road, Ford has found a way to keep drivers safe without restricting their access to modern technology.
This video was shot by my filming partners, Charles Eide and Michael Danielson, of EideCom:
Ford’s technology is timely given a controversial bill that is now making its way through the Indiana State Legislature. The bill, originally written to ban texting while driving, was expanded by an amendment to completely ban the use of cell phones while driving. This bill is problematic because:
- It violates the freedom of drivers on the road. It’s one thing for states to make texting off-limits. However, a complete ban on cell phones while driving is extreme and unnecessary given modern hands-free devices and and new technology like SYNC.
- It will be very challenging and costly to enforce.
- It will likely lead to a situation where many drivers display far more dangerous behavior on the road because they will continue to use their mobile phones in their vehicles and just use risky behaviors to hide it.
Do you feel that a complete ban of cell phones on the road is excessive legislation, particularly given new advancements in technology?
Video copyright Katie Kieffer. All rights reserved. No portion of this video may be edited, reproduced or redistributed without written consent from Katie Kieffer.
