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A performance powerhouse that's every bit as easy on the eyes as it is a joy to drive, we here at Orleans Ford are altogether over-the-moon for our esteemed American automaker's hot hatchback, the 2017 Focus RS.

And why is that, exactly?

Allow AutoGuide.com Road Test Editor Dan Ilika to explain; his appraisal of the Focus RS is available in the clip below:

The Focus RS's engine -- a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder -- is, simply put, a stunner.

Mating with a six-speed manual gearbox, this four-banger generates a goliath 350 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. Standard…

Smart, sporty style. An assortment of outstanding engine options. And a list of creature comforts so long, it's likely to make your head spin. This is but a small sampling of that which our full-size SUV, the 2017 Explorer, brings to the table.

Want to hear the rest of its story?

Then, go ahead and pair up with our pals at MotorWeek. Their assessment of the Explorer is as follows:

Clamber to the summit of the Explorer model range, and it's there you'll be met by the aptly named Platinum.

Standard equipment on this trim includes a…

Ever wonder why you need to have your oil changed? Your car functions properly because all of the many parts of the car are working together. Without all of the parts doing what they're supposed to, your vehicle won't work like it's supposed to.

Many of the parts of your car don't even touch each other. Instead, they are riding on a thin layer of oil. Oil keeps all of these moving parts separated and prevents friction and damage of those parts. Oil also circulates and cools parts of your car...

The 2017 Ford Escape doesn’t just want to make your life better, it wants to make it easy! Ever have your hands full while trying to open your SUV liftgate? Just tap under the rear bumper with your foot, and Escape will open up for you! Ever wonder if you need to stop at the gas station while you’re still at home and running late? With Ford’s FordPass smartphone interface and optional SYNC Connect, you can check your fuel level, start your Escape (or even schedule a time for it to start and warm up) and take…