Today, Ford Motor Company announced that production of the 2017 Escape is now underway in Kentucky. The upgraded model will be available with driver-assist technology that can help keep drivers in their lane, maintain a set speed and distance on the highway, and even aid drivers in getting out of a tight parking spot.
One of the most anticipated upgrades is the availability of the all-new SYNC Connect technology, offering several remote convenience features such as engine start and door locking via the new FordPass platform. The compact crossover will also be the first Ford vehicle with support for both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
The Escape has been manufactured at the Louisville Assembly Plant in Kentucky since 2012. As Ford's number-one SUV nameplate grows in popularity, the company continues to emphasize the same high standard of quality that earned the Escape a tie as Highest-Ranked Compact SUV by J.D. Power in Initial Quality.
“We’re constantly evolving and improving our processes, and the J.D. Power award is our reward,” said David Farley, Louisville Assembly Plant quality manager. “It’s a real tribute to the thousands of workers who help create every Escape vehicle.”