2016 Ford F-150 Pro Trailer Back-Up Assist Demo
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- www.autobytel.com/new-cars/for... Ford has created a new feature that helps the driver back-up a trailer more easily. There is a knob that allows you to steer the trailer which takes the guess work out of backing -up a trailer. This feature works in conjunction with the reverse camera by using a target (sticker) placed on the trailer that the camera system recognizes.
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This is going to take away all of the amusement of watching people backing up their trailers at the boat ramp!
But also cut down the wait time my man !
I agree with all the jokes about people not knowing how to back up a trailer, but lets admit it, this is a damn impressive feature
It is impressive, but one should master their vehicle without the need of assistance.
That's both the fun and responsibility of driving.
It's a waste of money. I guess Ford people need that. I've always just used the mirrors.
It’s more impressive when someone can back a trailer up or parallel part.
I have a trailer backup assist feature... it’s attached to my shoulders! 😂
Chevy also has one of these knobs that can steer a trailer. It's called a steering wheel.
The knob in a Chev is the driver
Chevy has a knob and it's sitting in the driver seat.
John Meyers up to
Hey man I thought it was stupid also but after 2 year of owing the truck I finally used it to back down this really long driveway last week it's amazing keeping the trailer straight an 1/8th mile never having to pull forward once
Yeah. It's a dumb mentality. You can still do it manually if you want to, because you have that options. But the micro adjustments needed for straight backing are quite tiring and hard to get right even for experienced trailer towers. This just takes that mental load off of you.
Everyone bitches about this! I think it's pretty neat, you got to give Ford credit for this. The "If you can't back up, you shouldn't tow it" comments are beyond annoying. If you don't like it, don't buy it!! It's as easy as that people.
these new features are cool. ..I was cracking up on my friend from backing the van with a tralier...so this is easier...especially for first time drivers
Bill Dingo it is sad that we have to pay for these gadgets on a regular pickup just because we have to accommodate lazy idiots. here is your participation trophy.
this looks harder then just backing up a trailer normally
Right all they did was add a another tiny steering wheel
Tried it today. If you don’t have a big/wide driveway or if you’re in a narrow area. Pretty useless. My driveway is huge and it’s still hard. Much easier doing it by hand (regular steering wheel). Have more control over things when doing it yourself
I like technology, I do believe in change but some stuff I'm old school about. If you take the time you can learn to back up a trailer with ease. Repetition is the mother of learning. I sucked at backing up a trailer attached but with determination and practice im a pro.The one thing I do like is the back up cameras that have the center dotted line on the screen for the hitch.
Does the system still work when you are backing up on uneven terrain? Say you're on a flat street and you need to back up a steep driveway, when the trailer starts to go up the steep driveway the sticker on the trailer would get closer to the camera. Would that cause the system to malfunction?
great video on the new 2016 F150 pro back up assist
This will be a good feature to have. I do plan to get either a 2016 or 2017 F150 Supercrew with the 6.5 box and 4x4. And I may get a small travel trailer but I dont know for sure.
MrWill1985 well thanks for letting everyone know your dreams. Now get a job and start saving, someday you can achieve it.
I think it's a pretty cool gizmo to have on board. By the way it has an on-off button - so you do have a choice ( code for - use it or don't use it) . It cost about $800.00 on a new truck, that's soda pop money.
pretty cool stuff. I feel like I cheat myself if I used that. I learned how to back a trailer up when I was about 8 years old while using the small trailer on the back of the mower haha.
From what I'm gathering from these comments...Damn you Ford!!!! Now the rest of the competition has to catch up again
I thought was a gimmick as well, with 30+ years of driving and backing up with a trailer, what did I need this feature for? I just bought an F150 from dealer stock. It had all the options I wanted plus this feature. I find this comes in handy is when backing up my utility trailer with nothing on it. It sits below the sight line of the truck, and with the tongue jack, I can't put the tailgate down to improve my line of sight. This feature allows me to easily back up into tight spaces with having to resort to sight flags on the back of the trailer. Oh and contrary to many of the comments, the feature cost very little as there is no additional hardware require, it's software and the basic camera systems already in place on these vehicles.
Um obvious question,will they make this so that you can back up to hitch up the trailer as well?
This is going to fix public boat ramps forever
But it will also take away all of the amusement of watching people at the boat ramp!
I've seen a lot of dumbfuckery and a waste of everyone's time at ramps, and most of the time it has nothing to do with backing up. You can't fix stupid!
@@lesandallyssa I worked at a marina and I approve this comment
@@lesandallyssa IM IN A HURRY TO GET IN THE WATER OR TO LOAD UP!!! DONT NEED CLOWNS HOLDING UP THE LINE
Sorry. Still so many asses at the boat ramps that still can’t get the trailer in or out with trailer assist. Drives me crazy. That’s why we wait and go during the week when the ramps are less busy…hopefully.
Thats cute, I remember my first tyco set
Backing up with a trailer is easy if you do it daily. I can see this feature could be very useful for folks that tow a travel trailer once or twice a year.
Does it work with a boat on the trailer ?
If you still have to turn a knob, how does that help? There is already a knob called a steering wheel.
What Model of f150 is this. I thought the tremor was phased out ?
anyone able to back up 2 trailers attached to each other? thanks to working to long at an airport i can almost do 3 as long as i can see the back
My 2017 backup assist turn on and off on its own, when I press the breaks or release the brakes. Even when the trailer is on I have the same issue. Went to Ford early winter about 4 times and they just reset the module. They said they would change the module if it keeps happening. Went again and they said they won't do it because Ford is working on the problem. Spring is here and nothing. It's the most frustrating thing to deal with, having to hear that warning sound pop up each time to press the breaks. Super fun when it's a stop and go situation. And yes, I tell the computer that there's no trailer, still does it. Im considering trading my truck for a Chevy just because of this and my transmission issues.
Chevy had the same transmission. Tens speed automatic that ford Co and Chevrolet Co engineered together
pretty cool, not sure id buy it but cool
What's the resolution of these cameras?
Didn't know they developed something like this. I could use something like this for my truck. Not everyone that drives my truck has the same knowledge of backing up a trailer.
then they shouldn't be driving your truck.
Which model trucks is this come with
You don't need power breaks or steering, either!!!! But, like air conditioning, it's nice to have...
It's not just Ford that's making driving "Safe for Simpletons". All car companies have assist features that really aren't needed if your a competent driver. ABS is just a computer doing controlled braking. Traction control is just to save people who drive too fast in certain situations.
On top of this, the DMV in NC gave my teenage daughter a license after a freaking 8 minute driving test (written portion was 20 minutes).
I'm all for technological advances but not at the expense of learning a skill.
+muchie3791 "assist features that really aren't needed if your a competent driver. ABS is just a computer doing controlled braking" It's unrealistic to expect that a human could out perform a modern ABS in daily driving with changing road conditions. Even the most experienced drivers can get into situations were ABS can save their lives. There is a reason it is a legally mandated system.
I have raced regionally SCCA for years with a decent amount of success, had lots of seat time in varying conditions and vehicles, saved various cars more times than I can remember on road and track, and blah blah blah. In the end, I've still put a sports car (inspected the day prior both mechanically and tires) into a guard rail during a torrential downpour while going under the speed limit. By all accounts I did everything I could have (barring going less than the minimum speed) but it still wasn't enough. The car had none of these newfangled traction control aids which could have saved a beautiful vehicle (AP1 S2000) from the wall demons.
Also, you say it's the state's responsibility to ensure your own children know how to drive? In NC? I thought that was a conservative state which touted self-reliance rather than state-mandated babysitting... ;)
I long for the days of manual spark advance and having to crank start my vehicles. I'll not be reliant on technology to replace my skill. Oh wait...maybe I should just be walking or running since the horseless carriage is just a technology which humans have used to remove a skill. Bah! McDonald's and Ruth's Chris have removed our skill of cooking! Banish all restaurants! And don't let anyone build you a shelter - that would be removing your skills as a master carpenter extraordinaire. But you'd better use your hands building it - that's the real skill. Manual everything.
*Captain Snark out* Learn your skills best you can for the technology available and drive safe :) We all just wanna get home. Or launch a boat but suck at it (for the record I'm perfectly comfortable using the bigger wheel immediately in front of me for trailer work).
That is incredible. I will like to learn it.
But what happens when you're towing a full width enclosed trailer that the camera can't see around?
+YardBarberLawncare The camera only cares about the sticker. You, the driver, still has to look around and not driver over stuff.
Beautiful, this is what I was wishing for. I need this
I have a neighbor (musician) than can really use this. He has a lot of trouble getting his boat backed in and he scares the chit out of everyone every time he takes the boat out. My dad taught me to back a swivel front wheel trailer with a tractor when I was a kid and that has transferred into my brain adapting to any trailer backing situation without even thinking about it. however I cannot play a single musical note where my neighbor really JAMS. I would like to play a guitar like my neighbor does. I am thinking that maybe I can get Gibson Guitar to produce a stealth guitar that will play itself........ I actually appreciate Ford's efforts I have seen some knuckle draggers that had a lot of trouble backing a boat into a tight spot also LOL
I wish I had one of these on the 60,000lb behemoth I drive at work :(
Cant back it up? Don't pull it. Pulling a trailer comes down to a competency that is expected and must be learned. "Oh Ill rely on my trailer back up system." And when that fails? Back on your own.
Also there is no guesswork when you appreciate what you're doing and you practice.
I can see this absolutely, however when the trailer disappears you have a visual in your head of where that trailer is, also you know by turning the wheel to the left and to the right the appreciate actions will be passed down to the trailer. In all I can see where for some this can help but in all honesty I still could not justify the added cost to benefit.
+WildAndLiving you're correct. Ford seems to have the operator control the system with the brake but there are different motions that can cause the truck to behave differently while under load and on an incline. Bottom line some folks will use this. Unfortunately the human element is becoming lost due to technology. I'm not anti tech but I am against technology dependence. Innovation and creation are what makes our country great but come on lol this is getting pretty damn yuppie status.
There are tons of people who own trucks that can't drive a trailer worth a shit. I'd rather give them something to help them not suck at it then accidentally do actual damage because they think it's easy to pick up on the fly.
DangerRanger247 I would also prefer everyone learn how to do everything before they get on the road as well, but I understand the reality is it's not like there's an extensive driving test to drive a trailer in the civilian world so the odds of people just hooking one up at a u-haul and driving away are fairly high. I view this as a tool helping them not back the trailer into the neighbor's backyard the first time they try to do so.
I wouldn't be too worried about it failing for the most part because this is a convenience feature used in slower speed environment so damage done would be a lot smaller in comparison then a "safety crutch" like say those 360 cameras where someone reliant on those would be more likely to get in an accident should they fail suddenly.
hahaha this guy backng up on an open parking lot, who needs help in there. FORD FAILED!! I bet it cant back out in a sharp 90 degree angle with a slope. FORD TOTALLY forgot that the nose of pickup will swing out and hit an object in tight spaces. HAHAHA FORD going to get sued when idiots start claiming that the nose swung out and they didn't know that what happen!
at 0:55 Dam'n that steering Wheel is already out of Round!
He says it all at 4:07...people no longer need to think!
Ya spend years backing up a trailer after learning you do everything backwards, then they change it up on you which reverses everything and expect you to love it. I have this on my 2020 Platinum; but I still do it old school.
People won't know how to wipe their own ass in the future. There will be a button for that.
Maybe but let’s face it we’d all like to forget how to do that.
Funny because there is a toilet that will do that for you
It already exists. Japanese toilets
Love it
Basically this is just like driving a trailer with a forklift so that its very intuitive. The next thing would be to put targets where you want the trailer to be placed within. Kinda like parking a 40 ft trailer into the alley dock configuration.
that is cool.
Adding technology to help people who can't drive on their own is ridiculous. Who needs technology to do thing that they should be able to do on their own. Get rid of power steering, power brakes, auto transmissions, GPS, cruise control, power door locks, power windows, and don't even get me started on 10 way power seats. If you cannot drive without this technology, you should not be driving. It is amazing how some people will put down technology or even people who use the technology, but themselves are using all sorts of it themselves. Ideally every driver should be able to back a trailer without fancy technology, but for guys like me that back a trailer once every few years, I'm looking forward to this new technology. I'll probably use the onboard GPS to get to the trailer rental store.
Read my whole comment. You obviously stopped at the half way point. I'd explain it for you but you probably won't read this one in its entirety either.
I'm getting rid of my flat screen HD TV and getting a B&W
WheatStalker my mom punches me in the face
Maybe just ride a fucking horse to work then . I mean why do you need technology? Dumbest argument ever
Let's get rid of calculators then. Don't know morse code? In the trash with your smart phone!
I like the idea. However i am wondering how many people will damage the front end from not paying attention and to busy looking in the screen?
Fifth wheels too?
Ok now I need to buy a boat to test out this feature haha
This will save a ton of accidents and costly repairs . BRAVO Ford trucks.
Omg. That’s is so impressive.
The funny thing is, the steering wheel is similar to the knob: To steer the trailer to the left, you turn the knob (or the steering wheel) to the left. To steer the trailer to the right, you turn the knob (or the steering wheel) to the right. IT'S MAGIC! The upgrade costs $2600, but you can learn to back up a trailer pretty well with several hours of similar practice and you can do it for free.
I actually recommend mounting fiberglass whips on the 4 corners of low trailers like this, which helps the driver see the trailer angle. This helps immensely!
You have things set up so that the trailer goes left when you turn the steering wheel left? Are you sure about that? Maybe you want to go give it a try and come back to us?
@@adamfitzpatrick2767 LOOOL. Was gonna say the same thing. Dude is tripping😂😂🤦♂️
This seems like a great system, but people should really learn how to back up a trailer, I'm only 17 and I can back up and drive with a trailer, but anyways, it seems cool.
Mind blowing but seems like a lot of work.
An excellent piece of technology, I for one will definite ensure I get this on my new Ford.
A knob for knobs
It's neat technology, but there is something so wrong about a computer backing a trailer or parallel parking for you. Whatever happened to working on your driving skills?
So let's say you get into a accident while using this backup assist. Is it your fault or the truck fault? I swear officer the knob was driving it.
No videos how to set up a trailer.
and when the truck cant read the trailer that system will not work we have a 2016 f350 we pull a 3 car trailer with on our lot but the trailer has no trailer brake so there for the truck did not read the trailer at first so the truck didn't let any of the lights on the trailer work
+richie rich Your F-350 doesn't have this system and it isn't available except on the F1-50. So, if you don't know what you are talking about.
+Lance Hush I wouldn't trust that system to back my trailer up I know my truck don't have that system but the systems it does have does not work right like the trailer sway control the engine brake and voice commands
+richie rich I commented because you said your F series has it. The system works flawlessly. I would suggest have yours checked because that system also works. Lots of experience here.
+Lance Hush yeah I think I'll do that
Lot of negative comments here about why get this. "You should be able to back a trailer or not tow one." I can back a trailer up a circular parking ramp. Still getting a new 150 with trailer backing assist.
The problem with backing a trailer is not that you have to turn the wheel the opposite way. This part is easy. It's how much do you start cutting the trailer before turning the wheel straight and have the trailer continue on it's path. It's easy to over or under steer a trailer then you have to pull forward a bit and continue. It's not easy unless you have tons of experience. Cudos to Ford for a great feature. I think all the Chevy vs Ford fans are jealous and are giving themselves a reason to believe they don't need this feature on a Chev.
If the Chev people can't accept a trailer backup assist then I urge them to throw their microwaves in the garbage and cook their food manually on the stovetop. Common people it works great, and if you want to use it go ahead, if not then do it manually. That's why their is an on/off button. Use it only if you want to. I think this is genius and would help backing trailers into tight spots such as along side the house for parking or into a tight wooded camping spot, etc... If you have a wide driveway and lots of room then yes it's easy to back the trailer, but this technology is not just another reason for Chev fanboys to bash Ford. In my opinion all trucks are equal and you buy the one you like.
It takes a badass driver to back up a trailer
No, it just takes someone that actually knows how to drive!
I think it's a good idea for people who can't back a trailer up men and woman give you some more confidence and ease
My question is what about the truck itself - I've been in situations where you have limited space to maneuver and I can't imagine a computer suddenly telling the truck to turn the wheels only to hit whatever is right next to you, just because you want the boat over a little bit. Also, what about jackknifing the trailer? Any safety on that - I can see that happening - "No - I want the trailer further over!!! *bang*"
My issue is not with the system itself, but with the fact that you're learning a new skill (monitoring the computer-controlled truck while turning a wheel to point a trailer) just to replace another skill (monitoring the you-controlled truck while turning a wheel to point a trailer). Maybe if I tried the system it would change my mind - I try to stay open to new tech and avoid judgement until I try it myself.
Look at the appearance package though!!!! That's beautiful. But it's gone be an option that's most likely upwards of $5,500 I bet smh
Trayon Paul yup. probably 5k for a knob that 90% of people still won't use.
Actually the components and technology needed for this system already exists on the 2015 F150. So it shouldn't be that expensive.
+C Nevs the "nob" is only 850$ but it comes with the tow package so with the class 4 hitch
Ok I exaggerated a little bit. But I was really guessing for more than $2000. It seems like an option that depends on other options. Meaning it can't be added without heavy trailer tow. Which gets a little expensive.
its an interesting idea, but i feel like a person is much more in tune with their vehicle when they are actually driving a trailer. i feel like i would plow into something while using this system
I hate when someone says "turn the knob to the left". "Left" and "right" are linear directions. "Clockwise" and "counter-clockwise" are the proper terms for circular directions. This is especially true for backing trailers. If you want the trailer to move to the left, you turn the steering wheel clockwise. Saying "to make the trailer move left, turn the steering wheel right" is both confusing and wrong. Put your hands on the bottom of the steering wheel and pay attention to the direction your hands move if you want to get an idea of what direction the trailer will go.
These`s no reason for snide comments. There are those that can use this technology.
It's great that technology has come so far that this is possible. But if you can't back up a trailer you have no business towing one. I can really see now why experts say automotive safety technology is making us worse drivers.
backing a trailer is something that you'll learn like something else, I mean, no one was born driving and backing up trailers so no hate ,
1st you left out the key part to this feature is the process of getting out of the truck and measuring the distance to place the sticker then the distance of the frame then the distance of the camera to trailer Axel then you have to get in the truck and input all these measurement's into the computer then your finally ready to use the back up feature.
2nd by the time it takes you to do all those measurements I'll have that trailer backed up into whatever spot you want. lol yes I know you only have to measure once for each trailer but get real, learn how to back up so you can hook up any trailer any time and back that thing up like a boss.
I just couldn't get use to using something like this especially since I'm backing up oversize load in excess of 100 ft long and 16 ft wide. I have way less wheel movement backing up oversize loads in 500 yards than this crap in 10 feet.
The little dial is for those who are used to working with little things...
Ford is kicking GM's ass on technology. If they could match the ride dynamics (how smooth and simple it is) then I'd switch in a heartbeat.....
what when you get pranked with a different sticker
I grew up on a farm, backing equipment, wagons, and sometimes, backing a baler attached to a wagon. Backing a trailer is second nature.
I don't understand these comments from some people... Who complains about something that makes life easier? Do you NEED it? Of course not. Do you NEED A/C in your truck? No, but it's nice to have. Some people just like to hate I think.
So the camera sees a sticker on the trailer. I'd need 6 sets of stickers. Just learn to back up using the mirrors and you can back anything with anything.
I'm glad I'm learning how to back up an aircraft.
I don't like to admit it. But I'm not so great at backing up a trailer. I just don't deal with it enough but I have been travel welding for 3 years. Hotels suck and I'm going to buy a camper soon. I doubt I'll buy a brand new ford but if I had this I'd would be convenient 😂
It's not that it's not cool, I just think it's easier to use the actual steering wheel.
My take away was that his steering wheel is not very round
After 30 years of hauling trailers how do you unlearn 'turn left for right' and 'turn right for left'?... I'd be turning the knob the same direction as the dang steering wheel!! FAIL!! haha
+Seth Rippee It's about as hard to learn to use as just using the rear view camera instead of the rear view mirror. I put my hand on the bottom of the wheel when I back my trailers and do exactly the same thing, move my hand left to steer the trailer left, right for right.
What the hell is a nab????
I see this is for the people to dumb to know the steering works in reverse when backing a trailer
It's such a shame that the Toyota Hilux doesn't have this feature!
It seems like it would be harder to master that feature than to actually learn how to back up a trailer.
Greeaat, hey that's really cool but first we lose manual transmissions and now people won't know who to back a trailer
And yet another reason why Ford pickups are at the top!
+Patrick Connolly thats a reason fords the best? im sorry NO, if youre going to tow you should know how to backup i dont care what make the truck is. This is stupid
+Andrew C Amen
Andrew C
I can back my trailer up no problem and I welcome assistance and new tech like everyone else. Along with many other advancements Ford trucks are champs
Do you have a dishwasher? Why? Do you have a remote for your TV? Why? Do you have a water heater in your house? Why?
The craziest thing about this is that to me it looks more complicated than just doing it yourself. Backing up a trailer isn't difficult. This is just extra junk that you have to think about. Guarantee this causes more problems than it solves. That being said, good on Ford for coming up with something new.
brand new truck
This looks like a very slow process.if everyone uses this feature at the boat ramp, it will take forever to launch the boats.
I back my single axle boat trailer without any issues.
A dual axle trailer is even easier to back up. Which is what the ate using in the commercials.
I wish I could get this on my 08 f350. it would really come in handy when I'm trying to back up my 10ft 3000 pound landscape trailer. people tell me I didn't need that big of a truck. I laugh and say I guess you never pulled that heavy of a trailer before.
You don't need need a 3500 series truck to pull a 3000# trailer. Hell my half ton is rated at almost 8000# towing capacity.
Don’t really see the point of this I have this on my ford but never use it
turning a knob instead of a wheel wtf
the knob should be around where the arm comfortably rests instead of having to lean forward like a pleb
Its steers the truck not the trailer
Why are people being assholes about this thing? If you don't like it, then don't get it! Come on, Ford's workin' on these trucks for their customers!
Dalton Hill their customers shouldn’t be hooked on to a trailer then.
and I thought the auto assist for parallel parking was bad/sad. (I understand that can be some what stressful, but if you're not confident about it don't do it where its busy just practice lol.
\.-./
this just allow Neanderthal's to drive. :-/
Come on just back up the trailer it's not that hard, seems like more of a hassle then the old way
Brad has more chins than a Chinese phonebook
I bet the front tires wear out faster using this.
If you can't back up a trailer then you shouldn't be pulling one! It's not that hard to figure out! I've been doing it since I was 10!