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Herman Motor Company – Long-Haul Luxury Meets Everyday Confidence: The 2026 Explorer Platinum™ for Larchwood, IA Drivers
If your weekends are defined by long stretches of open highway and a calendar full of family events, the 2026 Explorer® Platinum™ is the quiet, capable companion that makes it all feel effortless. It starts with BlueCruise hands-free highway driving equipped on Platinum, designed to reduce fatigue when traffic ebbs and flows or the miles stretch on. Pair that assurance with heated, ventilated, massaging front-row seats with leather inserts and you get rare serenity in a three-row SUV. The 2.3L EcoBoost® engine delivers smooth, confident power, while a composed chassis helps everyone settle in for the journey. Add the available panoramic fixed glass roof with power sunshade and the cabin takes on an expansive, airy feel—ideal for scenic drives near state lines or sunlit Sunday loops.
Tech integration is equally thoughtful. The Ford Digital Experience brings your apps, navigation, calls, and streaming into one intuitive interface. It is seamless in a way that matters during everyday use—less fiddling, more focus. Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ adds confidence with driver-assist technologies that watch blind spots, help you maintain following distance, and support lane centering. The result is an SUV that respects your time by lowering the cognitive load of busy driving. With seating for up to seven and available 85.8 cu ft of cargo space, Platinum™ also makes it easy to haul sports gear, luggage, and the cooler for a quick picnic, then fold the seats flat again for a midweek hardware run.
Beyond comfort and technology, Platinum’s strengths show up in the small details that make big trips feel smaller. The ride quality is polished without being floaty, and the cabin’s quiet tuning keeps conversations clear and podcasts crisp. Tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped if the trip includes a light camper or pair of personal watercraft, then use Selectable Drive Modes to adapt to changing conditions. And because it is still very much an Explorer® at heart, you are not sacrificing confidence to gain luxury—you are gaining both.
For shoppers deciding whether Platinum™ is worth the upgrade over other trims, consider where you spend your time. If the answer is miles of highway and full family schedules, Platinum’s feature set reduces friction and elevates every outing. Herman Motor Company helps you explore the details that matter—how BlueCruise works on your routes, which accessories fit your gear, and how Platinum’s amenities translate to tangible daily comfort—so you can choose with clarity and confidence, serving Kenneth, Larchwood, and Magnolia with a friendly, knowledgeable team.
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving: Equipped on Platinum to assist with acceleration, braking, and steering on compatible divided highways.
- Front-row luxury: Heated, ventilated, massaging front-row seats with leather inserts support long-haul comfort.
- Panoramic fixed glass roof: Available with power sunshade for a brighter, airier cabin.
- Three-row flexibility: Seating for up to seven and available 85.8 cu ft of cargo space for families, gear, and weekend projects.
- Confident capability: 2.3L EcoBoost® performance and up to 5,000-pound towing when properly equipped.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is BlueCruise standard on the 2026 Explorer Platinum™?
BlueCruise hands-free highway driving is equipped on Platinum, bringing advanced assistance designed for compatible divided highways.
How many passengers can the 2026 Explorer Platinum™ carry?
Platinum™ offers seating for up to seven passengers with flexible cargo solutions for luggage, strollers, or sports equipment.
Can the Platinum™ tow a small camper or boat?
When properly equipped, Explorer® models can tow up to 5,000 pounds, making light campers and small watercraft solid weekend options.
What makes Platinum™ more comfortable than other trims?
Platinum™ brings heated, ventilated, massaging front-row seats with leather inserts, quiet-tuned comfort, and premium touches that elevate everyday driving.
Does the Platinum™ support modern smartphone features?
The Ford Digital Experience integrates apps, navigation, calls, and streaming into a clean, intuitive interface for straightforward use on the go.
When you are ready to turn long drives into the easiest part of your week, schedule a road-focused test drive that highlights Platinum’s quiet ride, hands-free assistance, and thoughtful amenities. Our team will walk you through accessories, cargo solutions, and tech demos so you leave confident about how it fits your life.
Visit us to get the details that matter most to you and take the next step toward a better everyday drive.
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