Cars are undoubtedly more connected than ever. In most cases, this results in nasty items like targeted ads in cars, dealers tracking your vehicle, and other nannies. Ford, though, has at least one connected vehicle feature that puts real power in the hands of owners: a remote kill switch.Here's how this works. Say someone steals your car. You've left the key in it, and suddenly the car is gone. If you still have your phone and you have the Ford Pass app, you can stop the car dead in its tracks at the touch of a button.The function is a part of the Ford Security package, which first debuted on the 2024 F-Series pickups. The newest expansion of that package includes the kill switch feature on the following models: the 2026 Expedition, 2026 Bronco Sport, and 2026 Mustang Mach-E. As an added bonus, the software even works in the situation above: should your key still be left in the car, you can remotely shut down the engine.Ford's Security Package allows owners to track and deactivate their vehicles through the Ford Pass app on their cell phones.After you've shut down your car, there's no cheating. Even if someone else has the key, they won't be able to start your car without deactivating the kill switch inside the Ford Pass app. It adds a second layer of redundancy to your car's security system.AdvertisementAdvertisementThis works via a deactivation code entered on your phone, but as another layer of redundancy, owners can also enter it on the car's dash. This should ensure the feature works even in areas without cell coverage.The security package also includes stolen vehicle tracking and Ford-installed bed cameras.This story was originally published by Men's Journal on Jul 18, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.