Ford Kills CD Player in New Car, Replaces With Streaming Device

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Ford is offering a car without a CD player for the first time in 25 years, NPR reports. Instead of a disc player, the 2018 EcoSport will have an upright touch screen console where passengers can access streaming services through Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. In addition, SiriusXM Radio is available, and there are multiple USB ports and power outlets, as well as a…