How Does Ford's Pro Trailer Backup Assist Let You Steer Your Truck Without The Steering Wheel? - Jalopnik

Ford’s Pro Trailer Backup Assist lets you back up a trailer semi-autonomously using a knob near the infotainment screen. Twist the knob to steer and let the system manage the trailer’s path using surround-view cameras, multiple sensors, and trailer profiles, while you control throttle and brake. The Pro Trailer Hitch Assist adds another layer by controlling speed and braking to align the hitch ball under the coupler, but proper calibration is essential for accurate trailer angle detection. Available in Ford’s full-size F-150 and Maverick hybrids, these features are part of Ford’s effort to simplify towing and reduce the learning curve for drivers during hitching and backing.