Sounds like the new Ford Taurus almost has auto-pilot

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http://www.detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090110/OPINION03/901100453

Review: Ford gets it right with new Taurus sedan

<snip>Of course, the Taurus will do some of the driving as well -- with its adaptive cruise control that monitors the traffic in front of the car and automatically adjusts the car's speed. Integrated with the cruise control, the collision warning with brake support system automatically provides a heads-up warning on the base of the windshield that traffic ahead is moving too slow. The brakes are pre-charged to assist with quick stopping.

Additionally, the driver won't have to reach to turn on the wipers or adjust the high beams, as both of these features are automatic as well.

Ford promises unsurpassed fuel economy but has not released final EPA figures. The 2009 front wheel drive Taurus, with the same engine, reaches 18 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.

However, Ford plans to add its turbo charged V-6, known as EcoBoost, to the Taurus later in the year, promising more power and better fuel economy.

The interior of the new Taurus feels luxurious and spacious. The cool blue lighting makes the all new instrument cluster easy to read and the gentle slant of the dash adds to the car's sophisticated design.

[deaniac21]

1. but the pilot is John McCain.

[YDogg]

3. I LOLd.

[pokercat999]

2. Sounds great but prices start at $25K+ and for the features

described in the article I wouldn't be surprised at $29K+. Also drive it for five years and 100K and see what is still working or has been repaired for the second or third time.

I'd like to see Ford, GM and Chrysler thrive but bells and whistles at a "estimated" 28 mpg when a basic, comfortable and safe car getting 60 MPG would be so much better and would probably sell much better. This car will cost about $450-500 or more per month unless you get a 72 month loan or pay a huge amount down.

[The Gunslinger]

4. wow 18 mpg............

I'll use my own wipers and brakes. Ford needs better gas mileage.

[ogneopasno]

5. I have a 2008 Ford Taurus and I get 25-30 mpg highway depending on weather. 99 percent of my miles

are highway miles. I love my Taurus. It's comfortable, classy, good looking, gets good mileage, and has a buttload of space. Lurve.