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When it comes to planning a road trip, plenty of thought is given to the destinations you’ll see and the routes you’ll take. Different restaurants you want to try will also be high on the planning priority list. However, one thing that is often overlooked when planning a grand road trip is the car itself. Outside of being mechanically sound enough to make the journey, of course, it should be able to entertain and keep you comfortable on your trip. The 2020 Ford Explorer is a great choice for a road trip vehicle, as it checks off all the boxes.
Ready for Any Road
The 2020 Ford Explorer is ready to tackle the toughest roads on your route. There’s a handful of features that make it capable of the most challenging routes. Depending on the trim level you opt for, there are up to seven different drive modes you can choose from, including normal, trail, deep snow, and towing. The 12.3-inch digital cluster driver information display changes based on which drive mode you have selected, allowing you to view the most pertinent information based on the road conditions.
The Ford Explorer is Built for Hauling
Being able to tow can add a lot of versatility to your road trip. Even having the power to haul more stuff in the cargo compartment can change the game completely. The 2020 Explorer was designed for better towing metrics across the board. This year’s rendition of the popular SUV features a four-wheel-drive configuration. If you don’t opt for the four-wheel-drive option, the standard issue is a rear-wheel-drive model, which provides more towing power. A properly equipped Explorer can tow up to 5,600 pounds, which is just under what some mid-size trucks are capable of towing.
Excellent Safety Features
The sad truth is that the more miles you’re driving, the higher chance you have of being involved in an accident. The 2020 Ford Explorer has your back with a slew of impressive safety and driver assistance features that will make your road trip all that much safer. Available driver assistance features include lane-keeping assistance and adaptive cruise control. Other convenient safety features offered are automatic high beams and a rear-view camera. Blind-spot monitoring and automatic emergency braking are also included in Ford’s driver assistance suite.
Entertainment for Long Journeys
Of course, no road trip would be complete without plenty of entertainment options in the car you’re driving. To keep everyone entertained, Ford has equipped the 2020 Explorer with plenty of wonderful entertainment and media connectivity features. With technology such as Sync3 and FordPass Connect at your side, there’s nothing you can’t do. Use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to listen to your favorite media, listen to podcasts, or catch the weather report for your area. The FordPass app can lock or unlock your doors from the smartphone app, which means you don’t need to worry about getting locked out 500 miles from home on a trip.
The 2020 Ford Escape is the perfect vehicle for just about any road trip. Schedule a test drive today at Spikes Ford to see if it’s a fit for your family’s next big adventure.
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