Dearborn, MI - For the last few years, Ford has made sweeping changes across its vehicle lineup showcasing their "One Ford" approach, and now it's finally the Ford Edge's moment. Since it's initial model year in 2007, the popular mid-size, two-row crossover has only had refreshes and a facelift, but with growing popularity in Asia and Europe - now, might be the perfect time for a big change.

Ford talked about three points that they wanted to address when creating the new Edge: Technology, Design and Craftsmanship. And when revealed, we noticed its more athletic shape and sleek silhouette that will assist in it being more aerodynamic. However, the key to the new Edge sales will come from it having the motherload of technology inside. Basically, we're talking about all of the best offerings from Ford. We weren't able to test out all of the technological features, but many executives and experts explained in detail each technological offering in the Edge.

The all-new Edge will be the first Ford vehicle to have Adaptive Steering Technology, 180-degree front camera with washer and an Enhanced Active Park Assist. All of these technologies have the aim of improving your drive and parking ability, while simultaneously putting you at ease.

Adaptive Steering changes the number of turns needed to steer depending on your speed. Whether you're going fast or slow, the steering will adapt to the way you're driving and make it easier for you to manoeuvre around. All of this technology is found inside the steering wheel through an electric system that uses a precision-controlled actuator. Adaptive Steering will be standard on the Edge Sport and the new Titanium trim (a first for the Edge).

A backup camera is commonplace in the Edge, but this new edition will also have a 180-degree front camera with a built-in washer. The camera will get washed everytime you spray the windshield. There are no side camera as seen on the Range Rover Evoque, but you can get an angled look at the front of the vehicle, providing you some peripheral vision.

Lastly, we were provided a demonstration of the Enhanced Park Assist that allows you to perpendicular park and pull out of a parallel or perpendicular spot, to go along with its traditional parallel park function. This can be an instumental tool for many Edge buyers, who have to seek parking and added stress in urban areas.

The all-new Edge will be built on the same platform as the Fusion, which has a lighter, more rigid structure. It also has a 26 per cent increase in bending force stiffness and 16 per cent improvement in reaction to twisting forces.

Three engine options will be available: a new twin-scroll 2.0-litre EcoBoost four-cylinder (standard on the Edge) that produces 245 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque, the all-new 2.7-litre EcoBoost V6 (standard and only option on the Edge Sport), and the 3.5-litre TI-VCT V6. All of these options are fitted with a six-speed automatic transmission and can be had in all-wheel drive (front-wheel drive is standard).

The 2.0-litre four-cylinder has a higher compression ratio that will lead to better fuel economy numbers. Furthermore, the engine can limit itself from working so hard, saving itself from added use.

The all-new Ford Edge will go on sale in 100 markets and will be coming to Canada in the first quarter of 2015. It will be built at the Oakville Assembly Complex that has recently undergone a $700 million investment solidifying close to 3,000 jobs in the process.