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Detroit 3 Trucks to Use J2807 Towing Standard for 2015
News of Ford and Chevy adopting the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J2807 common tow-rating standards has already been reported here on AutoGuide, but now Chrysler has confirmed that the Ram truck brand will also adopt the standard.
Lingenfelter Reaper is Designed to Scare Raptors
Lingenfelter and Southern Comfort Automotive have teamed up to build the Chevrolet Silverado-based Reaper, which has been unveiled at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show.
Most Watched Videos of the Week: February 2 – 9, 2014
This past week, AutoGuide headed to the 2014 Chicago Auto Show to catch all the new debuts and unveilings. Topping the list of this week’s most watched videos is our first look at the 2015 Lincoln Navigator, while the 2015 Subaru Legacy and the new Toyota TRD Pro off-roaders garnered plenty of attention as well. Watch…
Most Read Car Reviews of the Week: February 2 – 9
Big trucks and little trucks garnered the most attention on AutoGuide this week, with the 2015 Chevy Silverado HD Review receiving the most views.
Nissan Frontier Diesel Runner Concept Video, First Look
At the 2014 Chicago Auto Show, Nissan showed off a diesel-powered Frontier pickup truck concept, hoping to gauge consumer interest.
Toyota Brings Super Off-Road Arcade Game to Smart Phones
With the introduction of a slightly tweaked arcade game from the late ’80s, Toyota is encouraging, not just truck fans to “Get Dirty” but smart phone users too.
2015 Nissan Titan Diesel To Make 560 lb-ft of Torque
Nissan made some pretty bold claims when they announced their partnership with Cummins to make the 2015 Nissan Titan diesel powered. Did they meet their goals? According to some leaked information – yes and no.
Nissan Frontier Diesel Runner Gets Cummins Power
Hoping to gauge customer interest, Nissan is displaying a “project” version of its Frontier mid-size pickup with a 2.8-liter Cummins four-cylinder diesel engine.
Toyota TRD Pro Debuts With Trio of Rugged Off-Roaders
Toyota is bringing three of its most rugged vehicles available some off-road specific upgrades, and has revaled all three TRD Pro models at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show.
Chevy Expands CNG Availability in Heavy Duty Trucks
Compressed natural gas (CNG) has long been a smart option for buyers who do a lot of miles in a year, and now Chevrolet is expanding the lineup of Heavy Duty models on which theses engines can be bought.
2014 Ram EcoDiesel Gets 28 MPG, Sets Benchmark
Chrysler’s Ram pickup trucks took a big risk when they jumped to and eight-speed automatic transmission to boost fuel economy, but the new diesel is setting a new industry benchmark.
Chevy Silverado High Country Given to Super Bowl MVP
We won’t blame you if you turned off the Super Bowl before it was over, but Chevrolet gave away a brand new Silverado High Country to the game’s MVP, Malcolm Smith of the Seattle Seahawks.
Chrysler Ponders Third Pickup Truck Plant
Chrysler executives are examining the possibility of adding a third truck plant to meet strong demand for Ram pickups.
Toyota TRD Pro Series Teased Before Chicago Debut
Toyota is teasing a new family of vehicles that appear to be off-road oriented, called the TRD Pro Series.
Ford Wants You to Test the 2015 F-150 for a Week
Ford has a lot to prove with its all-new 2015 F-150 pickup, and the American automaker wants you to put it to the test.
Ford F-150 to Offer Diesel V6
Ford shocked the truck market when it announced that the 2015 F-150 would come with an aluminum body. Then came a new downsized turbocharged V6. And now a diesel engine is also in the works.
Ford F-150 Plants to Idle 13 Weeks
In preparation to building the 2015 Ford F-150, the American automaker has announced that it plans for 13 weeks of downtime at its plants.
Chevy Super Bowl Commercial Drips With Sex Appeal… For Cows
This year, Chevrolet’s Super Bowl commercial is promoting its heavy-duty trucks and, of course, manliness.
Ford to Offer F-150 Body Panel Repair Subsidy to Dealers
Ford is launching a collision repair program that will subsidize body repairs on the new 2015 F-150.
Chevrolet Reaper Apes Ford F-150 SVT Raptor
Lingenfelter has teamed up with Chevrolet and Southern Comfort Automotive to create the Silverado-based Reaper, a pickup aimed to compete with the Ford Raptor.
GM Pickup Truck Fire Risk Recall Expanded
General Motors has expanded its recall on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models for a possible fire hazard.
Ford F-150 RaptorTRAX is a Snowboarder’s Dream
Ken Block has revealed his latest toy, a custom Ford F-150 Raptor fitted with tracks all around, known as the RaptorTRAX.
2015 Ford F-150 Faces Insurance, Body Shop Challenges
Ford’s new aluminum-body F-150 brought along 700 lbs in weight savings, but it seems like the truck is also bringing a new set of challenges for insurance agencies and body shops.
Next Nissan Frontier May use Diesel or Hybrid Power
Nissan has already announced that the next-generation Titan half-ton pickup will use a 5.0-liter diesel V8 engine, and it looks like the brand’s smaller pickup, the Frontier, may also be in line for a diesel powerplant.
