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Attention Ford lovers! The 2018 Explorer is here! Come down and take a look at this vehicle right away. This SUV can fit up to seven passengers comfortably and has oodles of cargo space in the rear. Not only is this SUV practical, but it is versatile and sturdy. What does that mean? It means the 2018 Explorer is rugged enough to take on off-roading adventures on rough terrain. You and your pals will have tons of fun going camping or exploring the countryside with it.

Ford’s SYNC 3 infotainment system allows you to do various tasks all while driving with hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road. Whether you are driving through the snow or smoothly sailing on a bright, breezy day, SYNC 3 is built to respond to your voice instantly. You can command the SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link® to get turn-by-turn directions, and talk to the system to navigate some mobile apps also.

If you're seeking a full-size SUV for your next vehicular purchase, we here at Philpott Ford think you might like to give ours, the 2017 Explorer, a go.

Why, though?

Find out from the good folks at MotorWeek; their critique of the Explorer is as follows:

No bones about it -- Ford delivered a doozy with the Explorer's top-tier engine option, a turbocharged 3.5-liter V6.

The default offering on the Sport and Platinum trims, the turbo-V6 is complemented by a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. It generates a glorious 365 horsepower and 360 pound-feet of torque.

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You might be asking yourself why you should buy a used car out our dealership. We have a few reasons, but we encourage you to visit our dealership to learn why.

Leasing's low payments have short-term appeal, but the best bet for the long term is to buy a used car. https://t.co/7H8dLeLTMP

— Edmunds (@edmunds) June 12, 2017

Oil in your vehicle can become full of gunk and debris over time, and it's not enough to keep it topped up. You need to change it regularly to make sure that dirt particles don't begin to clog up the moving parts of your car.

Ever wonder if you need to get an oil change every 3,000 miles? We can help. https://t.co/SdWeVxpflg pic.twitter.com/N6iFv1cj5r

— Cars.com (@carsdotcom) January 16, 2017

When Hurricane Harvey struck Houston on August 24, 2017 no one was expecting what was to come. This turned out to be one of the most devastating natural disasters to make landfall on U.S. soil in more than 12 years. While the outcome was overwhelming we here at Philpott Ford in Nederland, TX and the entire Sonic Automotive Group is proving that Houston and the surrounding area will be able to come back stronger.

Our dealership and the entire staff within Sonic Automotive is working hard to bring some calm after the storm. Our courageous executive vice president Jeff…

Philpott demonstrated their physical and financial commitment to the Gift of Life by launching Step Up to Cancer.

Philpott Motors is teaming up with Pups In Peril to help find good homes for good dogs at our Philpott Ford location.

Congratulations to Beau Hatcher from Hampshire Fannett High School on being selected for our $1000 #FutureFarmersOfAmerica scholarship! Good luck as you continue your education at Lamar Institute of Technology!

One lucky Nederland High School student won a brand new car!