When it comes to choosing your next family SUV, nothing is more important than safety. The 2026 Ford Explorer comes equipped with a suite of smart driver-assist systems that act as an extra set of eyes on the road:
- BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) alerts you to vehicles in your blind spot
- Lane-Keeping System with Lane Departure Warning helps keep you centered in your lane
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go automatically adjusts your speed to maintain a preset gap from the vehicle ahead
- Evasion Assist provides steering support to help avoid a collision with a slower or stopped vehicle
The 2026 Explorer enhances your situational awareness with cameras and sensors that give you a bird's-eye view of your surroundings:
- 360-Degree Camera with Split-View Display for a top-down view around the vehicle
- Reverse Sensing System warns of objects behind you when backing up
- Rear Cross-Traffic Braking can apply the brakes if sensors detect an approaching vehicle when you're slowly backing up
In the event of a collision, the Explorer's advanced airbag technology and ultra-high-strength steel frame are designed to protect everyone on board:
- Safety Canopy System with side-curtain airbags for all rows
- Dual-stage front airbags, driver and passenger knee airbags, and front-seat side airbags
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System automatically calls for help in a crash
- AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control and Curve Control for confident handling
Visit Andy Shaw Ford in Sylva to learn more about the Explorer's exceptional safety features and take one for a test drive today.