Intelligent Protection System (IPS)

The Intelligent Protection System - or Intelligent Safety System is an electronically controlled system, which controls the interaction of the passive safety components in the event of an accident. The content of the IPS varies between the different vehicle models.

There are two kinds of safety features in our Ford Intelligent Protection System (IPS): those that focus on helping you avoid an accident (active) and those that protect you if a collision is imminent (passive).

Active systems focus on helping you keep control of the car, such as Electronic Brake-Force Distribution, Anti-Lock Braking and Traction Control.

Passive systems activate in the split-second before impact, including advanced seatbelts, airbags and the pedal intrusion prevention system. Along with a rigid, protective bodyshell, they minimise the chance of injury.