Ford is integrating Apple Maps into its next-generation electric vehicles, becoming the first automaker to adopt new Apple developer tools. The updated version will work alongside Apple Maps, though Ford hasn’t clarified how the two systems will share navigation data. This development is possible because Apple has released a new set of developer tools that let car manufacturers integrate Apple Maps into their software. Why Apple Maps in a Ford Dashboard MattersMost drivers currently use Apple Maps or Google Maps via CarPlay, which mirrors your iPhone’s screen on the car’s display. An EV with direct Apple Maps access can track your entire planned route and accurately calculate battery levels at each point, identifying charging stops before they’re needed.