Explorer ST SUV Experience

ptcomputergeek · 2026-01-15T14:05:15-0600

I have seen related threads, but I feel like this deserves it's own thread. I recently ordered and purchased a 2026 Ford Explorer ST. I was very surprised to discover I do not qualify for the Explorer ST SUV Experience because it is for owners of 2024 and 2025 Explorer STs only! Does anyone know if there are plans to open it up to owners of the 2026 Explorer or maybe Ford is phasing out the ST experience?

Gadgtfreek · 2026-01-15T16:16:55-0600

I got mine and am on the waiting list for this year, so maybe you will come later? Did you get a card in the mail yet? Mine came a few weeks later.

Dale5403 · 2026-01-15T16:40:13-0600

Have you tried contacting Ford directly?

ptcomputergeek · 2026-01-15T16:58:01-0600

Gadgtfreek said:

Interesting, I purchased my 2026 Ford Explorer ST about a month ago, no card yet. Did you say you got a card from Ford 2 weeks after buying your 2026 Ford Explorer ST? I did sign up for the waiting list a few weeks ago, but I doubt that will help unless they open up registration for 2026 owners. Registration is open and I tried registering but my registration was cancelled.

ptcomputergeek · 2026-01-15T16:58:33-0600

Dale5403 said:

Yes, I sent an email yesterday.

2020FordRaptor · 2026-01-15T17:52:24-0600

It’s unclear right now. Let us know what they say. I thought they were postponing 2026 owners until they finished 2025 owners backlogs, but they took off the ST experience symbol on the sticker for 2026 which isn’t a great sign.

Gadgtfreek · 2026-01-15T17:55:39-0600

I can book in March right now in NC, two different windows. And yes, I got a card about 3 weeks after buying mine, and then went to the site. After checking, it swiftly told me I had to wait until slots opened up. So I bought mine in Sept, and can go in March. Id assume 2026's will be late this year.

Nascarbilly · 2026-01-15T19:01:50-0600

ptcomputergeek said:

Please keep us posted. I only hope it is backlogged and NOT another FORD $$$ cutback.

Gadgtfreek · 2026-01-16T06:33:35-0600

I won't be able to make one this year, I feel like, so maybe one of you will get my spot!

Nascarbilly · 2026-01-16T08:57:42-0600

Gadgtfreek said:

@Gadgtfreek :
As of early March 2025, we were concerned about the one being open in Utah (over 200 plus inches of show on the Olympic Training Center Parking Lot). I was told by Ford Performance in Utah that I had 12 months from the date of vehicle purchase to attend either the Utah or NC location before my opportunity expired. I would think you should be able to get an extension by contacting them and explaining your situation. Personally, I would suggest you make an effort to get it in your schedule as it was well worth our travel to Utah.

ptcomputergeek · 2026-01-16T09:03:23-0600

FYI, I tried calling Ford Performance (Ford Racing) at (800)367-3788, they were not sure and the person I talked to "suspected" it may not be available for 2026 model year, and said to call the Driving School at (435)277-7333, the driving school said to call Ford at (800)367-3788, so I am stuck. I am trying to send another e-mail to the person they recommended. Nothing for certain, but it does not look good.

Nascarbilly · 2026-01-16T09:33:21-0600

ptcomputergeek said:

@ptcomputergeek :
@Gadgtfreek :

GM Gents,
The ST SUV Driving Experience Final Details email came from Ford Performance School for my 9 June to 10 June, 2025 ST SUV class. It came from:

[email protected]

(385) 228-8245

Based upon the way the address is listed, it appears the Raptor and ST schools in Utah are separate under the "west ops" banner vs the Dark Horse (Charlotte) and ST School in NC. Surely someone at this email address or phone # could answer everyone's questions about scheduling specific schools, etc. Hope this helps.

ptcomputergeek · 2026-01-16T09:48:39-0600

Nascarbilly said:

Thanks for the info, but I did contact the Ford Performance School and they could only comment on what was currently available. Currently, the Explorer ST SUV Experience is NOT available for owners of the 2026 Ford Explorer ST, that is clear. The part that is not clear is if there are plans to offer the Explorer ST SUV Experience to owners of the 2026 Ford Explorer ST.

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