Apple Maps EV Routing for Carplay®* enables all-electric Ford drivers to seamlessly project Apple Maps on their in-vehicle infotainment screen. Key features optimized for electric vehicles include:
- Auto-suggested charging stops, including multi-stop routes.
- Estimated time of arrival, including charge times.
- Battery on-arrival estimate for all route stops.
- Dynamic Charger Filtering by speed, charging network, and more.
Apple Maps EV Routing is only available on Apple devices connected via Apple CarPlay for the Mustang Mach-E® and F-150® Lightning®.
Notas:
- 2021 model year (MY) Mustang Mach-E vehicles may require a software update.
- 2022 and 2023 MY F-150 Lightning vehicles may require a software update.
Using Apple Maps EV Routing for Apple CarPlay
Select from the options below to learn more about using Apple Maps EV Routing with your Ford.
Enabling Apple Maps EV Routing for Apple CarPlay
- Connect your Apple device to your EV and enable Apple CarPlay on your SYNC®** screen.
Set a destination.
Press OK on the pop-up message.
Note: If this feature is unavailable for your vehicle, the pop-up screen will not display.Select Connect to add your EV to Apple Maps on your Apple device.
Review and confirm your data-sharing preferences with Apple.
EV Routing in Apple Maps is now enabled. When you create new routes in Apple Maps via CarPlay, it will display:
- The estimated arrival time and battery charge of your vehicle once you arrive at your next stop or destination.
- The suggested chargers, charge level targets, and the estimated charging time
Note: For trips requiring charging stops, charge levels and arrival times will include the time spent at charge stops and the charge gained while public charging.
Replacing Suggested Charge Stops
Charge stops cannot be replaced in Apple CarPlay on your in-vehicle touchscreen. Charge stops can only be replaced in the Apple Maps app on your smart device.
To replace a suggested charge stop:
- Select your destination. A preview of the route displays with suggested charge stops.
- Tap the name of the charge stop.
- Select an alternative charger by:
- Typing in your desired charger.
- Choosing from the list of chargers along your route.
Apple Maps EV Routing Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Select from the questions below to learn more about Apple Maps EV Routing.
How does Apple Maps know my battery levels?
Ford worked with Apple to develop communications between your electric Ford and Apple device. However, the battery level will only update when your Apple device connects through Apple CarPlay.
Can Apple Maps precondition my EV’s battery for fast charging?
No. Apple Maps EV Routing does not currently support preconditioning of your vehicle's battery for DC Fast Charging.
For more on battery preconditioning, see How do I precondition my battery for DC Fast Charging?
I have my Fast Charging Adapter. Can Apple Maps route me to compatible Tesla Superchargers?
No. Apple Maps EV Routing does not currently support routing to Tesla Superchargers. To find compatible Tesla Superchargers near you, we recommend using the FordPass®† App or the Public Charging App in your vehicle.
For more, see How do I find upgraded Tesla Superchargers?
Someone else drove my electric Ford, or I was charging my vehicle. The battery level in Apple Maps does not reflect the new level. How do I update the battery level?
The battery level will only ever update when your Apple device connects to your vehicle through Apple CarPlay.
Can I add multiple EVs to Apple Maps?
Sí.
I just saw a pop-up for Apple Maps on CarPlay, but it went away. How do I get this feature working?
Open Apple Maps on your Apple device while it is connected to SYNC through Apple CarPlay to enable the feature.
What features are unavailable in Apple Maps that are normally available with the embedded SYNC Navigation when connected to the FordPass®†App?
The following features are available in FordPass and the Public Charging App on your in-vehicle touchscreen, but unavailable in Apple Maps:
- Charge station availability
- Verification of charge stations with in the BlueOval™ Charge Network
- Confirmation of Plug & Charge capability at charge stations
- Selection or exclusion of specific charge networks
Información Adicional
How do I precondition my EV for DC Fast Charging?
How do I locate a Tesla Supercharger?
*Requires phone with active data service and compatible software. SYNC 4/4A does not control third-party products while in use. Los proveedores externos son los únicos responsables por su respectiva funcionalidad. Apple CarPlay es una marca comercial de Apple Inc., registrada en EE. UU. y otros países.
**No conduzcas si estás distraído o mientras usas dispositivos portátiles. Usa sistemas operados por voz cuando sea posible. Es posible que algunas características estén desactivadas cuando el vehículo está en marcha. No todas las características son compatibles con todos los teléfonos.
†FordPass® App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Se pueden aplicar tarifas por mensajes de texto y datos.