Ford's drone technology could jump start a dead battery. (Ford) One designated master drone leads the fleet to the disabled vehicle, where it can remotely unlock and open a power hood.

Future Ford vehicles would be able to transmit a jump start request, which would be received by one or more drones, the patent application details. The drone would navigate to the vehicle’s ...

According to the filing, which was published on March 28, future Ford vehicles would be able to send out a “jump start request,” which would alert one or more drones.

If you manage to start the car by jumping it, then it's a good idea to drive it for at least half an hour to charge up the battery. Otherwise, you may need to jump-start it again next time. This ...