For 2011, Ford released its first full redesign of its storied Explorer since the 2002 update. It’s no longer truck-based, instead owing parts of its underpinnings to Volvo, Ford and Lincoln vehicles. Yet, it rides up high, has 3 rows of seating, a “terrain management” knob for all 4 of its driven wheels, which puts it in the CUV/SUV category. Read on for my driving impressions of Ford’s new Explorer.
Continue reading ‘Test Drive: 2011 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD’
Recent Comments
Robert commented on Comparison Test: 2011 GMC Sierra vs Ford F-150
Correct. The last ~ 12" of frame rail is c-channel, where the bumper attaches. I drive an '08 [more]
Robert commented on Comparison Test: 2011 GMC Sierra vs Ford F-150
Ooops... should have also wrote... "Thanks for the comparison!". Sorry 'bout that. [more]
Robert commented on Comparison Test: 2011 GMC Sierra vs Ford F-150
"On the GM side of the fence, their Sierra 1500 has C-channels". The GM 1500 trucks have had fully boxed frames [more]
David Batzek commented on Older Jeep Grand Cherokee under investigation for gas tank problem
My 99 just started rusting over last fee months (to were it was noticeable). Now today the skid plate [more]
Keren Cathey commented on Older Jeep Grand Cherokee under investigation for gas tank problem
Is there anyway for us, as consumers, to influence a recall on these vehicles? I also have a 99 Grand [more]