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With clear confidence, the Ford Explorer as the catalyst that started America's love affair with the SUV. Ford's midsize creation was perfectly timed for the SUV boom that began in the early 1990s. Certainly there were SUVs before the Explorer, but they were mostly utilitarian in nature. The Explorer was the first go-to SUV for the Everyman. As the legend continues, so does the excellent ride and handling characteristics, a comfortable, roomy cabin, strong power and a high towing capacity on V8 models. |