Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.Cars and AIIf you think about the evolution of automotive technology and other aspects of technology, it seems highly likely that Artificial Intelligence (AI) would be integrated into the automotive ecosystem. There are only so many more features carmakers can put in their cars; the next step would be to make the overall car ownership and driving experience seamless, which is exactly what AI integration is doing.Ford has been trying to boost its AI-integrated assistant for most of its customers, but its latest update isn't inside the car itself; it gives you access to your car wherever you are.Your True Car AssistantFord has just announced a wider rollout of its latest AI Assistant, which is integrated into your Ford or Lincoln app. In the announcement, Ford explains the new feature as having an expert on your car sitting right in your pocket, able to answer any of your questions at a moment's notice. With this AI assistant, you can find out details about your car, all tailored to your specific car model.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe AI assistant has multiple features; highlights include the ability to tell you which features your vehicle is equipped with, like BlueCruise, cargo space, and how to use tow or haul mode. You can also get helpful troubleshooting tips to fix small issues like when the windows keep bouncing back up. Another cool feature is being able to get vehicle status notifications like fuel and charge levels, as well as decoding warning lights and alerting for when service is due.FordView the 2 images of this gallery on the original articleIn-Car Voice Assistance UpgradeThe app isn't the only update; Ford is also improving the in-car voice command feature. By 2027, the Ford and Lincoln AI assistant will be integrated into select Ford and Lincoln vehicles. In Ford's own words, this won't just be simple phone mirroring, but it will be a deep and thoughtful intelligence embedded directly into the driving experience.Before the in-house Ford AI Assistant rolls out in 2027, the brand will be utilizing an updated feature where Ford and Lincoln owners can use Google Gemini as an alternative option to the current Google Assistant, providing more in-depth, more natural conversation between car and driver.FordThis story was originally published by Autoblog on Aug 11, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.