Remember when people simply would not buy a car that was not MP3 compatible? Ford led the way early with its SYNC system, delivering Bluetooth connectivity, voice control, and media support years before many competitors fully embraced the trend. SYNC helped normalize the idea that a modern car must stay connected to the driver’s digital life. Will Starlink become the next must-have feature the way MP3 support and CarPlay once did? Manufacturers that integrate Starlink early will gain the same kind of advantage Ford enjoyed with SYNC.