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Ford BlueCruise Rivals GM’s Super Cruise for Balancing Automation and Driver Monitoring
This new active driver assistance system stands out for allowing the driver to intervene without shutting off
We just evaluated the new Ford BlueCruise active driver assistance system on a 2021 Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle and came away with mostly positive feelings. The system can allow for hands-free driving on sections of premapped divided highways, automating the vehicle’s steering, acceleration, and braking for the driver. It stands out for its driver monitoring and appropriate warnings when driver attention appears to have wandered, plus it effectively encourages collaborative driving.
BlueCruise is similar to General Motors’ Super Cruise—currently the top-rated active driver assistance system in Consumer Reports’ tests —in that it uses a direct driver monitoring system, via an infrared camera mounted on top of the steering column, to make sure the driver is looking at the road.
CR feels it is imperative that active driver assistance systems—which combine lane centering assist (LCA) and adaptive cruise control (ACC)—use direct driver monitoring to make sure the driver is looking at the road to help keep their car and other vehicles around it safe. Most current active driver assistance systems, including Tesla’s Autopilot , do not use effective direct driver monitoring, and instead require occasional hand pressure on the steering wheel as a means to make sure the driver is paying attention.
BlueCruise has a big advantage over Super Cruise and Autopilot: It allows for driver collaboration. If the driver wants to steer around a pothole, pedestrian, or cyclist, for example, the system doesn’t immediately shut off or go into a standby mode, as with Autopilot and Super Cruise. After the maneuver is completed, the system will recenter the car in the lane automatically. This allows the driver to work with the system, rather than seemingly passing the control back and forth between automation and the driver.
Although BlueCruise has taken notable steps in the right direction for active driver assistance systems, Ford has made some missteps, too. We found that it doesn’t communicate enough information to the driver about when and why they are being told to suddenly put their hands back on the wheel when the system is in its “hands-free” mode.
Plus, Ford’s marketing of the system as a “hands-off highway driving experience” is sure to leave some customers confused about the system’s capabilities when they get alerts to put their hands back on the wheel for reasons that aren’t always clear.
“If consumers expect that BlueCruise will do the driving for them, they are going to be disappointed,” says Jake Fisher, CR’s senior director of auto testing. “The reality is this is a unique, collaborative approach that balances making driving easier while keeping drivers engaged during the boring parts of driving.”
During an interview with representatives from Ford, we were told that they “choose very carefully what to show drivers” in terms of messaging on the instrument cluster. But they also acknowledge that they’ve been listening to feedback from customers and “are looking at a future enhancement” to the system, although they wouldn’t elaborate on the details. To further help their customers understand the nuances of BlueCruise, Ford says it is developing how-to videos on the system.
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BlueCruise worked well during our preliminary evaluations on a Mustang Mach-E rented from Ford. The system is easy to activate because it takes only a single press of the cruise control button on the steering wheel to simultaneously engage the ACC and LCA. After that, all the driver has to do is stay attentive, ready to take over the steering on certain curvy sections of highways and manage the little stuff, such as steering to avoid potholes and manually adjusting the ACC’s speed, if they wish.
We found BlueCruise enjoyable to use because it provides steering assistance on straight, boring sections of highway, or when you’re stuck in a traffic jam, which can make driving less stressful and more relaxing.
We’re happy with Ford’s decision to utilize a driver monitoring camera to ensure that the driver is paying attention to their surroundings any time the system is active, whether on highways or secondary roads.
We will fully test BlueCruise when the system becomes available through an over-the-air update on our 2021 Mustang Mach-E test car.
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BlueCruise Strengths
- Direct driver monitoring to make sure the driver is paying attention to the road.
- Allows for the driver to make their own steering-wheel inputs without immediately shutting the system off.
- Simple to activate by pressing a single button on the steering wheel.
- The system works on nonhighway roads with lane lines, but it still requires the driver to have their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
BlueCruise Weaknesses
- BlueCruise doesn’t make it clear to the driver why it’s telling you to suddenly put your hands back on the wheel, or why the system won’t engage “hands-free” mode at times on divided highways.
- Hands-free mode doesn’t always engage immediately after pressing the cruise-control button, with no explanation as to why.
- Ford’s marketing of BlueCruise as “a hands-off highway driving experience” overstates the true experience.
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The Camera Is the Key
BlueCruise hands-free driving is available only on “prequalified” (Ford’s term for GPS mapped or premapped) sections of divided highways called “Hands-Free Blue Zones.” Those zones cover about 130,000 miles of North American roads, according to the automaker. Thanks to Ford’s mapping data, BlueCruise knows information such as the GPS location of the lane, lane width, lane curvature, and changes in elevation. The information is onboard the vehicle, and Ford will update the maps over the air as needed.
But a key reason BlueCruise works so well is that the driver has to pay attention to the road. The system uses a driver-facing infrared camera perched atop the steering column that monitors the driver’s eyes and head gaze. If the driver glances away from the road for too long (about 5 seconds in our experience)—whether to look at their cell phone, fiddle with the infotainment screen, or because they fell asleep—the system will give the driver a visual warning to “Watch the road” within the instrument cluster, followed by an audible warning chime. The driver monitoring works effectively at detecting when the driver is looking away from the road, and it was not thrown off by sunglasses or a face mask. We didn’t find that it warned us so quickly that it became annoying.
Among BlueCruise’s advantages over competing systems is its simple activation process: All the driver has to do is press the cruise control button on the steering wheel (provided the system is set to adaptive cruise control, as opposed to “normal cruise control,” within the driver assistance settings on the infotainment screen) and the system is activated.
But although pressing the cruise control buttons turns the system “on,” the hands-free aspect won’t necessarily engage immediately—sometimes it does; other times it can take a few seconds to a couple of minutes. The system has to be on a section of divided highway that it deems safe for hands-free driving. The driver will know the hands-free mode has been engaged when the instrument cluster background turns from white to blue, while showing a steering wheel with the words “hands-free” below it.
We asked Ford representatives what parameters cause the system to suddenly switch out of hands-free mode, and were told it could be a number of things, from overly curvy lanes to unclear lane lines.
Works With the Driver, Not Against
As with Autopilot and Super Cruise, the BlueCruise system steers the vehicle to keep it near the center of the lane, yet unlike those other systems it doesn’t fight the driver if they want to take corrective action to dodge a pothole, or steer around a pedestrian or cyclist. Once the steering correction is made, the system seamlessly resumes control. With some competing systems, adding your own steering inputs deactivates the steering assistance, which means the driver will then have to reactivate it.
Not only is it annoying to have to reactivate the system, but having to do so can also be a deterrent to the driver adding their own steering inputs, or using the system at all. With BlueCruise, even if the driver takes over the steering, the system still provides lane centering steering-wheel torque, but we found that it works with the driver instead of feeling like it’s working against them.
We see this as a big win, because systems shouldn’t “penalize” the driver for adding their own steering inputs.
BlueCruise Correctly Suggests Its Limitations
Unlike the inappropriately named Autopilot and other active driver assistance systems, the BlueCruise system is “more honest” about its limitations, says Kelly Funkhouser, CR’s manager of vehicle technology. “In our experience so far, BlueCruise seems to perform well in areas such as lane centering, ease of use, and driver monitoring,” she says. “But one of the aspects we really like about BlueCruise is that it doesn’t say to the driver, ‘I’ve got this, don’t worry about steering,’ which can lead to a false sense of complacency.”
Instead, BlueCruise asks the driver to “Keep hands on steering wheel” on curvy stretches of highway. “It’s not necessarily ending its steering assistance,” Funkhouser says, “but the system wants the driver to have their hands on the wheel for safety just in case the automation can’t actually handle the turn.”
“I love driving,” Fisher says. “But not on boring, straight stretches of highway or in stop-and-go traffic.” In those situations, BlueCruise can automate the steering, braking, and accelerating for you pretty well.
“I still want to be in charge during higher-risk driving, such as through fast or tight curves,” Fisher continues. “BlueCruise has the ability to sense those sections ahead of time, and it makes sure you have your hands on the wheel so you’re at the ready.”
Mixed Messaging
Ford’s marketing of BlueCruise as a “hands-off highway driving experience” is potentially misleading to consumers. People may be confused or feel misled when they find out that BlueCruise wants them to have their hands on the steering wheel quite often on curvier sections of highway. Many customers may assume “hands-free” actually means “hands-free at all times,” and in our experience so far, that simply isn’t the case with BlueCruise, even on premapped sections of divided highway.
BlueCruise is currently available on the F-150 full-sized pickup and Mustang Mach-E EV. The system will be coming to the 2022 Expedition Platinum soon, as well as the upcoming F-150 Lightning EV pickup. A Ford spokesman told us BlueCruise would be heading to more vehicles, as well, but declined to give specifics as to which models, and the time frame.
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Ford owners can decide to activate the level 2 driver-assist feature after buying their car as a $75 a month or $800 a year subscription..
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Ford is changing how it sells its hands-free BlueCruise driver-assist feature to its customers.
Previously, customers had to decide at the dealership whether they wanted to purchase a new Ford vehicle with BlueCruise hardware installed — and they couldn’t go back and change their minds if they opted not to include it. Now, the hardware will come standard on many new vehicles, and customers can decide at any time whether they want to activate it. Most notably, they can choose to pay for it as a monthly or annual subscription.
Most notably, they can choose to pay for it as a monthly or annual subscription
The news comes as the broader auto industry is shifting to subscription products as a major new source of revenue. Everything from driver-assistance features to heated seats is on the table — with customers growing increasingly nervous about having to pay more often for services they previously only had to purchase once.
BlueCruise is a Level 2 system, meaning the vehicle controls major functions like acceleration and braking as well as lane centering and automatic lane changing. And it only works on divided highways in the US and Canada. But while drivers can take their hands off the steering wheel and their feet off the pedals, they need to keep their eyes on the road and be ready to take control at a moment’s notice. Ford said that BlueCruise-equipped vehicles have already traveled over 100 million miles.
Ford says, at present, 225,000 vehicles are equipped with BlueCruise. And it projects that an additional 500,000 vehicles will have it by the end of 2024. The company also says the feature works on 97 percent of controlled access highways in the US and Canada — which translates to around 130,000 miles of road.
Now, customers will have several new ways in which they can get access to the feature. They can pay for it when they order their vehicle online or from a dealership, with a three-year commitment costing $2,100. If a customer doesn’t choose this option, they can also activate a $75 a month or $800 a year subscription — with a 90-day complimentary bonus.
The new payment structure will first come to all trims of the Ford Mustang Mach-E and will soon be available to all 2024 model-year vehicles where BlueCruise is available, like the F-150 Lightning, Ford F-150, and Ford Expedition.
The news also comes on the heels of Ford’s announcement of the hiring of former Apple executive Peter Stern to oversee the automaker’s software services.
Ford is not the only company shifting to subscription payments for its advanced driver-assist products. Tesla started offering its Full Self-Driving feature as a $199 a month subscription in 2021. GM’s Super Cruise costs $2,500 to install upfront as well as a monthly rate to keep it active.
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We Tested Ford's BlueCruise Hands-Free Driving and Here's What It's Like
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- Ford's hands-free BlueCruise tech is coming to the 2021 Mustang Mach-E and F-150 later this year.
- We've driven both vehicles with BlueCruise equipped, so we're here to tell you what it's like on the road.
General Motors got the jump on its rivals when it unveiled Super Cruise back in 2018, taking features like adaptive cruise control and lane centering to new heights with a hands-free mode that only works on certain premapped highways. Now Ford is getting into the hands-free game with its BlueCruise technology suite.
Is this a case of better late than never? Join us as we take an in-depth look at how BlueCruise works and — based on our seat time in an F-150 and a Mustang Mach-E — what it's like on real American roads.
How does Ford's BlueCruise work?
BlueCruise operates on the same principle as Super Cruise. Once the vehicle is traveling on one of the 100,000 miles of qualified roadways (Ford dubs these Hands-Free Blue Zones) and certain conditions have been met, a graphic appears in the instrument panel to let you know that BlueCruise is ready for activation. Simply press the cruise control button on the steering wheel and you can take your hands off the wheel to let the vehicle drive itself.
Like Super Cruise, Ford's BlueCruise system is not autonomous. As the driver, you have to be alert and prepared to take the wheel at any time. BlueCruise will not take evasive action if there is a small obstruction in the road — a box on the freeway, for instance — and you must be ready to perform advanced maneuvers if necessary. To that end, BlueCruise includes a head and eye position sensor to make sure you're watching the road ahead. Divert your attention for too long and the system will deactivate. And because BlueCruise relies on clearly visible lane markers, traveling on highway sections that lack them will deactivate the system.
With these limitations in mind, here are the first vehicles to receive BlueCruise — and we've driven both, so keep reading to find out what BlueCruise is like in the real world.
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The first vehicles to receive BlueCruise functionality will be two of Ford's newest models — the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E and 2021 Ford F-150 . In both cases, the BlueCruise hardware is tied to the Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 package.
For the Mustang Mach-E, all trims except the base Select model come standard with Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0, while the Select can get it as part of the optional Comfort/Technology package. Buyers speccing out fully loaded F-150s will find that Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 is already included in the top-trim Limited model. The package is also available on the Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum trims.
Each 2021 Ford vehicle with the Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 package will be outfitted with the hardware necessary to activate BlueCruise. However, BlueCruise isn't available just yet — it'll come online in the next few months via an over-the-air software update. For Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0-equipped models produced earlier in the 2021 model year, the hardware is included, and to activate BlueCruise, you'll have to pay a subscription fee. That fee is $600, which will cover the first three years of service. Models with the above package that launch after the software comes online will come with both the hardware and the software (though the price of the vehicle may rise with the software's inclusion).
Though we don't love the idea of subscriptions services in vehicles overall, it makes sense for Ford to charge a recurring rate. BlueCruise will constantly be updated with improvements to expand coverage and add features. For example, automated lane changes and slowing down for upcoming road curves are already being planned as post-launch additions.
What is BlueCruise like on the road?
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I had the opportunity to drive both an F-150 and Mustang Mach-E with BlueCruise, and there was no functional difference in how the system behaved in each vehicle. The system itself melds several driver aids that are already present on the majority of cars today, but with a head- and eye-tracking component that makes sure you're paying attention. Once this is established — and you're driving on a preapproved road — a ring will appear around a graphic of the vehicle in the digital instrument panel. This lets you know that BlueCruise is ready to activate. Simply press the cruise control button and acceleration, braking and turning is handed over to BlueCruise.
In this way, BlueCruise functions similarly to GM's Super Cruise. The primary difference is that GM vehicles with Super Cruise have an LED light bar integrated into the steering wheel to let you know when Super Cruise can be activated. Ford's system isn't so obvious in letting you know when it's ready. When you press the cruise control button, however, the instrument panel graphics turn blue to inform you that BlueCruise is active and you can take your hands off the wheel.
The other difference between the two competing systems is that GM's Super Cruise has one prescribed distance for the adaptive cruise control (ACC) aspect. Ford has decided to treat BlueCruise like a typical ACC system in which you can choose one of four following distances.
When engaged, BlueCruise does a good job at approximating typical human driving behavior. I never had to adjust the following distance from one of the medium settings, and the system gives you a few beats to put your hands on the wheel when it needs you to resume control.
I didn't experience many technical issues in either vehicle on my limited test drive, but there was one instance in which I was forced to make an emergency maneuver. A Civic driver with little concern for their personal safety accelerated to merge right in front of my F-150, and the truck didn't slow down quickly enough. This wasn't necessarily a fault of BlueCruise itself — I have found that ACC systems in general are slow to react to vehicles merging into or out of my lane — but it goes to show that you still need to have your wits about you at all times.
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Like GM's Super Cruise, Ford's BlueCruise provides a hands-free driving experience on certain limited-access highways. It certainly takes some stress out of driving in bumper-to-bumper traffic, and should be similarly pleasant on long-distance road trips. But these are not autonomous systems, and drivers need to be ready to take the wheel at any time to react to changing road conditions.
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Cameron Rogers has worked in the automotive industry since 2013. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Today, he leads the news team in developing cutting-edge news articles, opinion pieces and sneak peeks at upcoming vehicles. Favorite cars that he's driven during his tenure at Edmunds include the 991-era Porsche 911 Turbo S, Rolls-Royce Ghost and several generations of Honda Odyssey (really).
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What is Ford BlueCruise * ?
BlueCruise allows for true hands-free highway driving on pre-qualified areas called Hands-Free Blue Zones that make up over 200,000 kilometres of North American roads.
BlueCruise uses blue lighting on the digital instrument cluster to indicate when the vehicle is in a hands-free zone.
How BlueCruise Works
BlueCruise builds upon available Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering and Speed Sign Recognition . It allows you to operate your vehicle hands-free while you are monitored by a driver-facing camera to make sure you are keeping your eyes on the road, with the potential for more enhancements in the future.
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Available Feature. Equipped Ford vehicles come with either a complimentary BlueCruise trial period or an included BlueCruise connected service plan duration, after which purchase is required. Modem activation through the FordPass® App is required for subscription purchase and for initial activation of BlueCruise (for pre-2024 model year vehicles). See ford.ca/technology/connected-services/bluecruise/ for details. BlueCruise is a driver-assist feature and does not replace safe driving or driver’s attention, judgment or need to control the vehicle. Only remove hands in a Hands-Free Blue Zone. Always watch the road and be prepared to resume control. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
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Philadelphia woman using Ford BlueCruise charged with DUI homicides
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PHILADELPHIA — A woman was intoxicated and using a partially automated driving system when she caused a March highway crash in Philadelphia that killed two people, authorities said as they announced homicide charges against the driver.
State and federal investigators say the woman’s Ford Mustang Mach-E SUV struck the stationary vehicle of a man who had stopped on the left shoulder of I-95 to assist a driver whose car had broken down ahead of him. The March collision, which occurred around 3 a.m., killed both men.
The crash was at least the second this year involving a Mach-E striking a stationary vehicle after dark that the NTSB has investigated. In a February crash along Interstate 10 in San Antonio, Texas, investigators believe a Mach-E struck a Honda CR-V that was stopped in the middle lane with no lights on. The driver of the CR-V was killed.
In a statement Tuesday, Pennsylvania State Police said that drivers using advanced technologies should be prepared to resume control at all times.
“No partially automated vehicle technology should ever be left alone to perform the driving tasks that are required to safely navigate the roads of the commonwealth,” the agency said.
Ford ’s BlueCruise system allows drivers to take their hands off the steering wheel while it handles steering, braking and acceleration on highways. The company says the system isn’t fully autonomous and it monitors drivers to make sure they pay attention to the road.
Investigators in Philadelphia believe that Mach-E driver Dimple Patel was driving about 71 mph (114 kph), using both BlueCruise and Adaptive Cruise Control, when the crash occurred. A fourth vehicle was also struck.
The 23-year-old Patel, a pre-med student from Philadelphia, faces multiple charges, including homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence and involuntary manslaughter. She turned herself in to police Tuesday on the charges filed last week, state police said.
Defense lawyer Zak Goldstein said he had not yet seen the criminal complaint or any reports on the crash, and called the deaths a tragedy. However, he noted that, broadly speaking, Pennsylvania law on DUI-related homicides requires “that the DUI caused the homicide."
“If in fact it's a failure in a self-driving or a driving system, that may not be a homicide by DUI even if the driver is intoxicated,” he said, adding that he has not seen any case law on the issue in Pennsylvania.
Ford has said it was collaborating with both the state police and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in reviewing the crash, which killed Aktilek Baktybekov, who had broken down, and Tolobek Esenbekov, who had presumably stopped in the shoulder to assist him.
Federal investigators have studied other previous crashes involving partially automated driving systems, most involving Tesla’s Autopilot.
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Dimple Patel, 23, Charged in Fatal Ford BlueCruise Crash
Ford mustang mach-e driver charged in deaths of tolobek esenbekov and aktilek baktybekov..
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September 7, 2024 — A fatal Ford BlueCruise crash in Pennsylvania is under a federal investigation, but now the Ford Mustang Mach-E driver who allegedly caused the deadly crash has turned herself in to authorities.
Ford says BlueCruise "enables hands-free highway driving that helps make driving easier and more enjoyable."
BlueCruise can also "accelerate, brake, and steer the vehicle in the lane, all with the touch of a button."
Pennsylvania Ford Mustang Mach-E BlueCruise Crash
On March 3, 2024, at about 3:20 a.m. EST, 23-year-old pre-med student Dimple Patel was drunk and driving a 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E north on Interstate 95 in Philadelphia.
According to the National Transportation Safety Board, she had activated Ford's advanced driver assistance system BlueCruise as the yellow Mustang Mach-E was traveling 71 mph on a stretch of highway with a posted speed limit of 45 mph.
Stopped in the I-95 travel lanes was 20-year-old Tolobek Esenbekov's 2012 Hyundai Elantra which was parked behind a disabled 2006 Toyota Prius driven by 21-year-old Aktilek Baktybekov.
According to investigators, the Hyundai driver was standing outside the driver’s door of the vehicle while the Toyota driver was standing near the front of the Hyundai.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E slammed into both men and their vehicles.
The drivers of the Hyundai and Toyota were killed, while Ford driver Dimple Patel sustained minor injuries.
Patel is facing several charges including homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence, reckless driving and involuntary manslaughter.
The NTSB is investigating the Patel Ford BlueCruise crash in addition to a fatal Texas crash which also involved a 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E that had BlueCruise activated.
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Woman who allegedly killed two people using Ford BlueCruise charged with DUI homicide
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A 23-year-old woman who allegedly killed two men in March while using Ford’s hands-free system, BlueCruise, has been charged with DUI homicide by Pennsylvania State Police. The woman, Dimple Patel, turned herself in on Tuesday.
Patel was also charged with homicide by vehicle, involuntary manslaughter, tampering with evidence, careless driving, reckless driving and prohibited text-based communications, according to a report sent by Pennsylvania State Police. Patel was driving on Interstate 95 at around 3:20 a.m. ET when the crash occurred. She was traveling at about 71 miles per hour in her 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E with the BlueCruise hands-free driving feature and Adaptive Cruise Control systems activated at the time of the crash.
The men, identified as Aktilek Baktybekov and Tolobek Esenbekov, had pulled over to the left side of the highway and exited their vehicles. Patel rear-ended one of the cars and killed both of the men.
In a statement, the Pennsylvania State Police urged drivers to always stay alert and limit distractions when driving.
“No partially automated vehicle technology should ever be left alone to perform the driving tasks that are required to safely navigate the roads of the Commonwealth,” according to the statement sent to TechCrunch. “While the advancements in technology are immense, always strive to maintain proper control of your vehicle. If you are driving hands free, be aware and ready to regain control if the situation warrants your immediate reaction.”
The fatal crash in Pennsylvania — along with another one that happened in Texas in February — is currently under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigation. It’s one of a number of ongoing efforts to scrutinize the use of partial automation. But it’s one of the first cases where charges have been brought against the driver, who is supposed to supervise the driver assistance system’s performance and take over if it is about to crash.
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- A full-day excursion from Split that includes a relaxing cruise, snorkeling in Shipwreck Bay, and a visit to the picturesque village of Maslinica on ŠOlta.
- Lunch and beverages, as well as snorkeling equipment and water sports gear, are included in the starting price of €48 per person.
- The cruise departs from St. Nicholas Pier and offers opportunities to spot dolphins and enjoy panoramic island views.
- Participants should bring warm clothing, sun hats, swimwear, towels, sunscreen, and water shoes for the activities.
- The cruise has received an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 109 reviews, with positive feedback on the crew experience and swimming activities.
Activity Overview
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The Split: Blue Lagoon, Shipwreck, and Šolta Cruise with Lunch is an 8.5-hour excursion that allows visitors to relax on a cruise, snorkel in Shipwreck Bay , and explore the picturesque village of Maslinica on the island of Šolta.
Priced from €48 per person, the tour includes a cruise, lunch, drinks, and the use of stand-up paddleboards, inflatables, and snorkeling equipment. Guests can opt for a sunbed, depending on their selection.
The tour departs from St. Nicholas Pier and requires participants to bring warm clothing, sun hats, swimwear, towels, sunscreen, and water shoes.
With a 4.4/5 overall rating based on 109 reviews, the tour is popular and likely to sell out.
Experience Highlights
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Relax on a cruise under the Dalmatian sun as you embark on the Split: Blue Lagoon , Shipwreck , and Šolta Cruise with Lunch.
Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Shipwreck Bay and explore the vibrant underwater life. Savor a tasty onboard lunch featuring your choice of beef, tuna, or veggie burger with fries.
Stroll through the picturesque village of Maslinica on the island of Šolta, taking in the charming scenery. Throughout the journey, keep an eye out for dolphins in the Blue Lagoon and enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding islands.
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This cruise includes a variety of amenities to enhance your experience.
You’ll enjoy a full-service cruise with lunch and drinks, including wine, juice, and water. The crew provides snorkeling equipment , stand-up paddleboards, and inflatable toys to make the most of the crystal-clear waters.
An English-speaking captain and crew are on hand to ensure a smooth and informative journey. There’s also an option to reserve a sunbed, depending on your selection.
A €10 deposit is required for the snorkeling gear. With these inclusions, you can look forward to a well-rounded day of exploration, relaxation, and immersion in the stunning Dalmatian scenery .
Meeting Point and Requirements
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Boarding for the Split: Blue Lagoon, Shipwreck, and Šolta Cruise takes place at the St. Nicholas Pier .
Look for the Gray Line sign and staff to guide you.
To prepare for the day, be sure to bring:
- Warm clothing
- Water shoes
Pets aren’t allowed on the cruise.
At the meeting point, you’ll need to choose your lunch option from the selection available.
With these requirements covered, you’ll be ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure exploring the stunning Blue Lagoon, Shipwreck Bay, and the picturesque island of Šolta.
Customer Feedback
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Based on the 109 reviews, the Split: Blue Lagoon, Shipwreck, and Šolta Cruise has earned an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5.
Customers praised the positive crew experience and enjoyable swimming activities. However, some wished for more time at the stops and better quality snorkeling equipment.
The transportation was rated 4.4 out of 5, while the value for money received a 4.3 rating.
Cruise Route and Stops
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The cruise embarks from the St. Nicholas Pier in Split.
Passengers will first visit the serene Blue Lagoon , where they can spot dolphins and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding islands.
Next, the cruise sails to Shipwreck Bay , where guests can don snorkeling gear and explore the underwater life.
After that, the boat heads to the picturesque village of Maslinica on the island of Šolta, allowing visitors to stroll through the charming streets.
The cruise also includes:
- A tasty onboard lunch , with options like beef, tuna, or veggie burgers
- Use of stand-up paddleboards, inflatables, and other water equipment
- An English-speaking captain and crew to guide the experience
Onboard Amenities
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Aboard the cruise vessel, a wealth of amenities awaits passengers to enhance their experience.
Guests can relax on comfortable sunbeds and enjoy a tasty onboard lunch featuring beef, tuna, or vegetarian burgers with fries.
To get up close with the marine life, snorkeling equipment is provided, and stand-up paddleboards and inflatables are available for exploration.
Throughout the journey, an English-speaking captain and crew ensure a smooth and informative experience.
Beverages, including wine, juice, and water, are included, allowing travelers to savor the flavors of the Dalmatian coast as they take in the stunning panoramic views of the islands.
Practical Information
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To begin, the tour departs from the St. Nicholas Pier , where passengers should look for the Gray Line sign and staff.
It’s recommended to bring along:
Guests will choose their lunch option, such as beef, tuna, or veggie burger with fries, upon arrival at the meeting point.
A deposit of €10 is required for the snorkeling equipment .
The tour lasts approximately 8.5 hours, with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What Is the Maximum Group Size for This Tour?
The tour does not specify a maximum group size. It’s likely the tour can accommodate a variety of group sizes, though larger groups may be split across multiple boats or departures to ensure a comfortable experience.
Is There an Audio Guide Available During the Cruise?
There is no mention of an audio guide being available during the cruise. The experience highlights and inclusions indicate that the tour is led by an English-speaking captain and crew who likely provide commentary throughout the excursion.
Can I Bring My Own Food and Drinks on the Boat?
Passengers are generally not allowed to bring their own food and drinks on the boat. The cruise includes a full lunch with drinks, as well as complimentary water and juices. Outside food and beverages are typically not permitted.
Are There Any Age Restrictions or Requirements for This Activity?
The activity has no specific age restrictions, but children must be accompanied by an adult. All participants should be able to board the boat and participate in the planned activities without assistance.
Can I Purchase Additional Items Like Souvenirs or Photography Services on Board?
Passengers can purchase additional items like snacks, drinks, and souvenirs on board. However, there are no dedicated photography services provided during the cruise. Any photos taken are at the discretion and expense of the passengers.
This 8.5-hour adventure offers an unforgettable day exploring Croatia’s stunning Dalmatian coast . Guests can enjoy breathtaking views, dolphin sightings, and snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of Shipwreck Bay. With a delicious onboard lunch , friendly English-speaking crew, and all necessary equipment provided, this cruise promises an immersive and memorable experience under the warm Dalmatian sun.
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American teen missing in Germany after leaving cruise ship, police say
Aydin brown, 14, hasn't been seen since 7 a.m. on thursday when he left the caribbean princess cruise ship in the port town of rostock-warnemünde, police said., by carlo angerer and antonio planas | nbc news • published july 5, 2024.
An American teenager disappeared Thursday from a cruise ship in Germany, police said.
Fourteen-year-old Aydin Brown has not been seen since 7 a.m. Thursday when he left the Caribbean Princess in Rostock-Warnemünde, a port town on the Baltic Sea, police said.
Brown stands about five-feet-seven inches tall and has long dark hair. He was last seen wearing a dark jacket, dark pants and retro shoes, police said.
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Police are also searching for a witness who may have seen the boy on the morning of his disappearance. The witness is described by police as between 20 and 25 years old. His stature is slim and he has long hair which was braided into a ponytail.
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He was last seen wearing a light shirt, blue pants and a black jacket. He wore brown headphones, police said.
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The witness is asked to urgently report to the criminal investigation department in Rostock.
The witness is believed to have seen the missing teen at about 7:30 a.m. Thursday at the train station in Warnemünde, police said.
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