Ford has become the first car manufacturer to install WiFi access points throughout its assembly line; and a plant in Ontario will be the first to do it. The reason? To wirelessly deliver SYNC software to the new line of MyFord Touch-equipped vehicles.

Using the on-the-line software, Ford will be able to use a common SYNC hardware module for every vehicle. This, says the manufacturer, will help to reduce complexity in the process, plus improve quality and help save costs.

"Using wireless software installation via Wi-Fi, we can stock just one type of SYNC module powering MyFord and loaded with a basic software package," explains Sukhwinder.

The first plant to have the technology will be the one in Oakville, ON, which produces all of the new 2011 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. Chicago Assembly, where the new 2011 Ford Explorer will be built will be next, along with other Ford manufacturing sites around the world.

MyFord Touch will allow drivers to control their cars in the same way they control their MP3 players, smartphones, and mobile computers via completely redesigned dashboards that incorporate touch-screens and controls.

Click HERE for a demonstration of how the assembly line process will work.

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