The 2019 Ford Edge uses artificial intelligence to improve performance and traction. 
The system is complex and works faster than the human brain, according to Ford. 

The biggest news about the 2019 Ford Edge is, surprisingly, not related to the hardcore ST variant. Even though the Edge ST rightfully deserves a place in the news, the base price of $42,355 is an issue for some buyers. After ticking the option box for the chassis upgrades, bigger brakes, and larger alloys, the price balloons to around $50,000.
Data-Driven
But what really commands the most attention is Ford?s Intelligent All-Wheel Drive with “AWD Disconnect.” This feature is now optional on all 2019 Ford Edge models, and standard on the ST. The new drivetrain actually utilizes A.I. technology to determine the optimal settings. The system collects information from a dizzying array of sensors located throughout the vehicle. Depending on the incoming data, the system switches between front- and all-wheel drive.
Smart Algorithms
This all-wheel drive disconnect system is the first of its kind from the Ford factory. Ford says it’s faster than the human brain because it shifts from front- to all-wheel drive in a fraction of a second.
?The concept is pretty simple – it was the execution that was the challenge,? explained Scott Beiring, Ford Driveline Applications Supervisor. ?Shifting between two- and all-wheel drive needs to be fast and seamless enough that the customer doesn?t know it i...