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Do you need an engine that packs a punch? You want horsepower when you are looking for an engine with a considerable amount of acceleration. Most commuters opt for horsepower when choosing a car. The amount of power in your engine is entirely up to you. It can come in the form of a V6 or V8 engine and is usually associated with a truck, sports car, or muscle car.

The amount of horsepower in an engine has steadily increased over the last 10 years. However, the term horsepower comes from an unbelievable source and is still used today. 

At Philpott Ford, we're proud to participate in Toyfeast, which aims to help collect toys for children who otherwise might go without this Christmas.

You may not realize how important your windshield wiper fluid is until you don't have it in your vehicle. Keeping your windshield clean helps to improve your visibility, which is important when you are on the road.

Look at the glass in your house. How long before it gets dirty? And that's inside! Your automobile's windshield is constantly exposed to the elements, including mud, dirt, bugs, rain and everything else. It's impossible to keep your windshield clean for very long, even if you wash your car often. 

At Philpott Ford, we believe in giving back to the community where we live and work.

Court Appointed Special Advocates of Southeast Texas, Inc. (CASA) is a non-profit, non-governmental service organization that recruits, trains and supervises a diverse group of community volunteers, appointed by the Courts, to advocate  for abused and neglected children in the pursuit of safe, permanent homes.

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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