In 1922, Aloha Wanderwell became the first woman to drive around the world, completing her journey in a Ford Model T. Now, 100 years later, Ford is teaming up with influencer and world traveler Lexie Alford, also known as Lexie Limitless, to recreate this historic journey in the new 100% electric Ford Explorer.
Alford, who holds the Guinness World Record as the youngest woman to visit every country in the world, has partnered with Ford to embark on an ambitious trip around the world in the latest Ford Explorer. The all-electric SUV combines German engineering with American style and is packed with smart technology and solutions that help drivers and passengers stay connected and comfortable on their adventures.
"We are excited to see what our new Ford Explorer electric SUV and Lexie Alford can accomplish together on this expedition - inspired by Aloha Wanderwell's pioneering drive," says Martin Sander, general manager of Ford Model e, Europe. "Just as Ford partnered with Wanderwell in the 1920s, we are now partnering with Lexie Alford on a new journey in the 21st century to celebrate the modern explorer and showcase what is possible in an electric vehicle."
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With its electric powertrain, the new Ford Explorer electric SUV can charge from 10 to 80% in just 25 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a long-distance journey around the world. Alford will follow in Wanderwell's footsteps, visiting places no Westerner had ever been before and adapting to challenging environments just like Wanderwell did. In fact, Wanderwell replaced gasoline with kerosene and even used crushed bananas as grease to lubricate the moving engine parts!
The new Ford Explorer electric SUV has some amazing features, including an adjustable touchscreen that also hides a secret storage compartment. This all comes together with electric powertrains that offer excellent performance, zero emissions, and reduced maintenance costs.
"Aloha Wanderwell's story may be particularly inspiring for female travelers, but it encourages everyone to really push their boundaries and explore new places," says Lexie Alford. "I am thrilled to partner with Ford on this historic journey and to showcase the capabilities of electric vehicles in extreme conditions."
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Lexie Alford, the Guinness World Records holder as the youngest woman to visit every country in the world, has teamed up with Ford to embark on a historical journey around the world in the new 100% electric Ford Explorer. Inspired by Aloha Wanderwell's pioneering drive 100 years ago, this journey celebrates the modern explorer and showcases what is possible in an electric vehicle. Follow Lexie Limitless as she recreates Aloha Wanderwell's epic journey worldwide in the new Ford Explorer electric SUV!
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