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I for one want to see an F150 with the 4.4 diesel.
Spied: 2018 Ford F-150 Power Stroke
It’s interesting that Ford is doing some double-duty camouflage testing with its most popular models. Could it be that both vehicles have a small diesel engine under the hood? There has to be some reason they were paired together. Regardless, we expect to see an updated half-ton Ford at either...
Titan looks like a well thought out truck design. The Ram looks like someone went shopping at JC Whitney.
Nissan Warrior Versus Ram TRX: Photo Gallery
In the battle for off-road, high-performance supremacy, it looks like the new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor has the space pretty much to itself. But let's not forget that both Ram and Nissan recently showed impressive pickup truck concepts that could shake up the off-road segment. We think both shou...
More regulations mean only one thing. More money for the Govt!!
Talking Trucks Tuesday: Pickup Licenses
By G.R. Whale No matter what state you live in, you need a driver's license to drive a pickup truck. You may also need a different license class or endorsement if you ride a motorcycle or three-wheeler, carry hazardous materials (think swimming pool chemicals and fertilizers) or more than ei...
Ford # 1
Best-Selling Pickup Trucks: November 2016
With total automotive sales down for the last three straight months, the industry is poised for a small turnaround, thanks in large part to the long Thanksgiving weekend and a wide selection of Black Friday specials. In fact, some industry experts are predicting this could be the biggest No...
Guess they copied Fords looks, an Ram reject engine, and GM's crappy quality !!!
Recall Alert: 2016 Nissan Titan XD
Vehicles Affected: Approximately 12,000 model-year 2016 Nissan Titan XD pickup trucks manufactured between Aug. 7, 2015 and Sept. 1, 2016 The Problem: A temporary fuel tank breather cap may not have been removed during assembly and the fuel tank breather tube may not have been connected to t...
***** THIS JUST IN ******"
GM files patent for square Wheels and Tires for their Silverado , Sierra to fit their square wheel wells. A Senior GM exec who wishes to remain anonymous tells us. " We still haven't figured out how to make them go around smoothly, butt are moving ahead with the project anyway because Upper Mgmt feels it could potentially save the Co. hundreds of billions of dollars in warranty claims if their customers can't drive their Silverado \ Sierra's".
Truck Transformations: 2015 Ram 1500 Tradesman
There are a few dramatic changes you can make to transform your pickup truck's personality: a new paint job, new wheels and tires, power modifications or replacing cloth seats with custom-fit leather. Or you can do it all. We are using a two-wheel-drive 2015 Ram 1500 Tradesman with a Hemi V-8 ...
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Obviously it's over your head. The Fed is not the Fed Govt. Maybe you should research what the Fed actually does.Ford is required to pay back any and all loans, and they are. Your copy and pasting is very good for something that is obviously over your little pea head .
2017 Ford Super Duty to Debut Trailer Reverse Guidance System
Forget the Truck Wars. Now we have the Towing Wars. It seems like all the heavy-duty pickup truckmakers are ramping up their towing technologies to accommodate the significant percentage of HD customers who need a strong, powerful, full-size pickup. The first salvos were launched as maximum to...
Gm profits were buoyed by a $3.2 billion tax credit on losses occurred over years of losses in Europe. These losses were incurred by old GM but the Obama administration changed the rules on gave those credits to New GM as to insure them coming out of Bankruptcy healthy and him looking like the auto industry savior. Funny how after they announced the $9.7 billion in profits their stock fell $2 a share. GM the company that keeps screwing us.
2017 Ford Super Duty to Debut Trailer Reverse Guidance System
Forget the Truck Wars. Now we have the Towing Wars. It seems like all the heavy-duty pickup truckmakers are ramping up their towing technologies to accommodate the significant percentage of HD customers who need a strong, powerful, full-size pickup. The first salvos were launched as maximum to...
I'd like to see the 4.4 diesel in the F150. I'd gladly give up some MPG's for the extra pulling power.
Land Rover's Diesel Engine Would Be at Home in a Pickup
By G.R. Whale Thirty years ago, ending its run as a rear-wheel-drive midsize sedan, the Buick Grand National was so potent some of the automotive press thought it was a great engine looking for a chassis. After driving a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover powered by Land Rover's new 3.0-liter V-6 T...
Loving that free coffee and donuts at the local Ram recall center aren't you HEMI V8 ?
Spied: 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500
We expect more sightings of the heavy-duty GM pickup trucks as we get closer to their debut, likely around the time of the 2016 Texas State Fair late in September. For now, this is the most recent intel we've had from our undercover photographers. "This is the Chevrolet Silverado HD featuring ...
Once a Dodge, always a Dodge.
FCA Positions Ram for Global Growth
Ram is going global. Ram chief Bob Hegbloom has a new job and mandate: to take the Ram Truck and Ram Commercial brands across the globe. According to Automotive News, Hegbloom will head Ram International, charged with increasing Ram's presence beyond the U.S. and Canadian markets. Replacing He...
Thanks to that Ram dude for clearing up theme fact that Ford did not have to be bailed out and was given a DOE Lian which I will fully pay back with interest.
Best-Selling Pickup Trucks: February 2016
Although the first two months are typically some of the slowest sales months of the year, February 2016 is shaping up to be one of the best Februarys in 10 years for some truckmakers. Some analysts predicted that because of winter storms that hit much of the country in January, February could ...
@ Tom
Doubt it if you want but Silverado sales will fall this year.
Best-Selling Pickup Trucks: February 2016
Although the first two months are typically some of the slowest sales months of the year, February 2016 is shaping up to be one of the best Februarys in 10 years for some truckmakers. Some analysts predicted that because of winter storms that hit much of the country in January, February could ...
I've said it before and I'll say it again. Silverado sales will not match last year's total because of the 16 MY losing 40000 miles of warranty. This why GM did the 16 facelift. I will say that the fanboys who bought the 15MY with the 100000 k warranty knew that they will need it. Silverado sales will decline the rest of this year. Boy Ram is right on their heels.
Best-Selling Pickup Trucks: February 2016
Although the first two months are typically some of the slowest sales months of the year, February 2016 is shaping up to be one of the best Februarys in 10 years for some truckmakers. Some analysts predicted that because of winter storms that hit much of the country in January, February could ...
Funny that if a 08 Silverado 4.8 gets 26 mpg. Why did they discontinue that engine???
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Gets Electric Drive
With fuel prices likely to remain at less than $40 per barrel for a while, the advancement of full electric, hydrogen and mild-hybrid technology for automobiles could see a slowdown. However, improved fuel economy for pickup trucks remains a key demand of consumers. To that end, GM seems to be...
Well the 5.3 definitely needs that extra power compared to the competition. But a what price?
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Gets Electric Drive
With fuel prices likely to remain at less than $40 per barrel for a while, the advancement of full electric, hydrogen and mild-hybrid technology for automobiles could see a slowdown. However, improved fuel economy for pickup trucks remains a key demand of consumers. To that end, GM seems to be...
@ Johnny Doughnuthead.
Ma the Meatloaf.
Ford Upgrades 2017 Super Duty Work Trucks
Ford made two big announcements at the 2016 National Truck Equipment Association's Work Truck Show in Indianapolis: It's upgraded the Super Duty chassis cabs and the Power Stroke engine used in the F-650 and F-750. The biggest news from Ford centers on the all-new 2017 F-350, F-450 and F-550 a...
^^^^^^ Don't know anybody that puts 200k in a year on a truck.
HD Pickups Most Likely to Hit 200,000 Miles
People choose large pickup trucks or SUVs for specific reasons such as hauling, towing or moving lots of people and gear. But there may be another reason to invest in these vehicles, which could save you a good chunk of money in the long run. PopularMechanics.com is reporting that a new survey...
I always liked them S10 ZR2's.
HD Pickups Most Likely to Hit 200,000 Miles
People choose large pickup trucks or SUVs for specific reasons such as hauling, towing or moving lots of people and gear. But there may be another reason to invest in these vehicles, which could save you a good chunk of money in the long run. PopularMechanics.com is reporting that a new survey...
I have a box of tissues for anyone who's favorite truck make didn't place 1st.
HD Pickups Most Likely to Hit 200,000 Miles
People choose large pickup trucks or SUVs for specific reasons such as hauling, towing or moving lots of people and gear. But there may be another reason to invest in these vehicles, which could save you a good chunk of money in the long run. PopularMechanics.com is reporting that a new survey...
Who cares about Ecoboost. Lived the video. Especially the 3 day thing. Did they break, or have to go in for a recall???
2017 Ford Super Duty: Extreme Testing at Plant
The all-new aluminum-bodied 2017 Ford Super Duty is slated to debut in dealerships in early fall but if engineers have their way, this will be the most thoroughly tested and quietest Ford Super Duty ever produced. Ford has been conducting vehicle tests with mobile temperature and terrain simul...
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Good Ram propaganda video. Houghton doesn't get below 0 degrees more the 15 or so days in the winter. Now show me a video of testing in International Falls MN. then were talking.
2017 Ford Super Duty: Extreme Testing at Plant
The all-new aluminum-bodied 2017 Ford Super Duty is slated to debut in dealerships in early fall but if engineers have their way, this will be the most thoroughly tested and quietest Ford Super Duty ever produced. Ford has been conducting vehicle tests with mobile temperature and terrain simul...
They had videos on here of the Nissan Titan XD extreme testing. "Truckrumentary". Everyone knows Ram has no testing. That's why they are recalled so much, and are in the shop so much.
2017 Ford Super Duty: Extreme Testing at Plant
The all-new aluminum-bodied 2017 Ford Super Duty is slated to debut in dealerships in early fall but if engineers have their way, this will be the most thoroughly tested and quietest Ford Super Duty ever produced. Ford has been conducting vehicle tests with mobile temperature and terrain simul...
I own a 07 Reg cab 2wd Tundra. Bought new in 07. Just turned 108k. Other then a couple small recalls and an alternator at 87k it has been the most dependable, trouble free truck I've ever owned. I've never gotten better the the high 18 mpg's but I didn't buy it for mpg's. I bought because it looks badass (all black no chrome). And the 5.7 is rip snorting powerful in stock trim. I use it to tow my 3500 lbs.(dry) tandem axle pop-up trailer up the Arizona grades to the mountains to camp and my mpg's are always in the 13 range which is fine with me. I'm considering a new truck at the end of this year only because my Reg cab doesn't fit my needs any more. I'd like to see Toyota add the Land Cruiser 8 speed and add the Scion dual Injection on the 5.7 and they could count me down for another sale. But I'm also curious about this F150 diesel. I also own a 10 Camry SE V6 that has been fabulous.
Ford Makes Big Investment in Cleveland Engine Plant
Ford will invest $145 million to upgrade the aging Cleveland Engine Plant, which will make the next-generation 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine scheduled to debut in the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. This investment will allow Ford to update the build process at the plant to accommodate the more powerful, ...
Go see a Dr. johnny. He will fix your limp mode problem.
Ford Makes Big Investment in Cleveland Engine Plant
Ford will invest $145 million to upgrade the aging Cleveland Engine Plant, which will make the next-generation 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine scheduled to debut in the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. This investment will allow Ford to update the build process at the plant to accommodate the more powerful, ...
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