The last time we saw a Ford Explorer test vehicle, it was draped with heavy covers on the front and rear. Those are now gone, giving us a clear look at changes coming to the stalwart SUV. Per current trends, there's a bigger grille with smaller lights, and the interior could see some changes as well. Let's start with the Explorer's updated face, as that's where most of the changes are happening. There's no mistaking the revised grille that ditches the irregular hexagon shape for a larger rectangular design. Headlights remain fixed at the top, but they are ever-so-slightly slimmer versus the current SUV. The changes also mean a revised front fascia, and the overall effect is quite similar to the Ford Explorer sold in the Chinese market . Gallery: 2024 Ford Explorer Spy Photos 12 Photos There are a few things happening at the rear as well, though changes are far … [Read more...] about 2024 Ford Explorer Refresh Drops Heavy Camo In New Spy Photos
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Lexus GX Platform Could Underpin New EVs, Will Stick Around For A Long Time
Lexus debuted its new GX SUV this evening, though we've known for some time it will be a rugged, body-on-frame vehicle based on the Toyota Land Cruiser. But what we didn't know until today is that the new vehicle's ladder frame could also be the basis for future EVs. "With modifications, that's something that was considered during the original structural development of the [GA-F platform]," said Lexus Chief Engineer Koji Tsukaski. "You're going to start seeing different technologies, plug-in hybrids, going also into battery EVs. So the use cases might require certain modifications to [the ladder platform], but it was considered and the base design does account for the possible use [as a BEV.]” Gallery: 2024 Lexus GX 13 Photos The ladder frame construction on the Lexus GX offers several advantages for EVs. Not only does the frame configuration provide plenty of … [Read more...] about Lexus GX Platform Could Underpin New EVs, Will Stick Around For A Long Time