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2014 Chevrolet Silverado Teased, Final Validation Under Way
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The next-generation Chevrolet Silverado will commence production next year, and its engineers are conducting the final validation for the light-duty pickups.
Where Did The Compact Pickups Go?
Bigger isn’t always better, although domestic automakers are pretending not to hear you when it comes to compact pickups. Why?
Ford F-150 Reclaims V6 Towing Best-in-Class Title
When RAM announced its new 2013 1500 pickup truck, it not only claimed a best-in-class 18-mpg city, 26-mpg highway rating, but also featured a best-in-class V6 towing rating of 6,500 lbs.
2013 RAM Heavy Duty Unveiled with Best-in-Class Towing
For those that didn’t get a chance to catch the live stream for the 2013 RAM Heavy Duty unveiling, we’ve got all the details on the American automaker’s newest lineup of HD pickups.
2013 Ford F-150 King Ranch Debuts at Texas State Fair
In the heart of truck country, Ford debuted its all new 2013 F-150 King Ranch edition today at the Texas State Fair, showing off some new styling updates.
2013 RAM Heavy Duty Truck Debut to Stream Live
While all eyes are on the 2012 Paris Motor Show, September 27 will also be a big day for RAM, as its newest heavy-duty trucks, and chassis cabs are unveiled.
Chevrolet Silverado Getting Luxury ‘High Country’ Trim
Chevrolet will bring its Silverado pickup to the market in 2014 with a new “High Country” trim level (not shown above) representing the brand’s first true luxury pickup truck.
Chrysler Withdraws PHEV Test Fleet for Battery Pack Upgrade
Chrysler is withdrawing its fleet of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in order to issue out a battery-pack upgrade due to overheating issues with its lithium-ion propulsion batteries.
GMC Canyon Confirmed, Separate from Chevy Colorado
News about the GMC Canyon, General Motors’ premium midsize pickup truck, surfaced today during a meeting the automaker hosts to update its dealers on the coming model year.
New Pickup Truck Prices Slashed by Bloated Supply
A special set of circumstances has the planets aligned just right to cause North America’s biggest pickup truck suppliers to bludgeon each other’s prices through the floor this fall.
2013 Toyota Tacoma ‘Limited’ Misunderstands Luxury
Menu options in the compact pickup truck market are scarcer than ever, leaving Toyota to an essentially uncontested lead with its Tacoma pickup truck which will be offered in a high-end “Limited” trim in 2013.
2012 Honda Ridgeline Recalled for Airbag Indicator
There are 17 Honda Ridgelines are being recalled for an incorrect passenger airbag status indicator. All 17 affected vehicles were built on April 18.
Toyota Tundra to Tow Space Shuttle Endeavour to California Science Center
As the space shuttle Endeavour nears its final resting place at the California Science Center, a Toyota Tundra full-size pickup truck will be responsible for towing it on the shuttle’s last leg of its journey.
2013 Ford F-150 Base Price Rises to $24,665
Pricing for the Ford F-150 pickup truck is now available through the automaker’s online configurator, starting at $24,665 including a $995 destination fee.
Ford Sued for Patent Infringement on Fuel Injection Used in F-150
TMC Fuel Injection System LLC has filed a lawsuit against Ford Motor Co., accusing the American automaker of infringing on a patent based on the fuel system design used in the F-150 models.
GM Hybrid Trucks and SUVs Future Uncertain
General Motors began packing hybrid engines into pickups back in 2007, but a new report revealed today suggest that the next generation of pickups will lose the partial electric setup.
RAM 1500 Tradesman Heavy Duty Discontinued
Noticeably missing from the 2013 RAM 1500 lineup is the Tradesman HD model, and chances are it won’t be returning anytime soon, if ever.
273-Strong RAM Pickup Parade Set New Guinness World Record – Video
This past weekend, 273 RAM trucks assembled out in Dresden, Ontario, Canada to set the Guinness World Record for longest pickup truck parade.
Nine Cars Discontinued for 2013
Each year various models of vehicles are discontinued, and with 2013 around the corner, it’s worth taking a moment to see which vehicles we won’t be seeing on dealership lots starting next year.
2013 RAM 1500 Priced from $23,585
Chrysler just announced pricing for the 2013 line of RAM pickup trucks, marking the brand’s introduction of its Pentastar V6 engine mated to an eight-speed transmission meant to contend with Ford’s popular EcoBoost.
2013 RAM 1500 Rated Best-in-Class 18/25 MPG
Thanks to a new 3.6-liter V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic the 2013 RAM 1500 can now lay claim to being the most fuel efficient pickup in its segment.
Toyota Releases 2013 Pricing For Five Truck Models
Toyota has just released the pricing for the 2013 Highlander, 4Runner, Sequoia, Tundra and FJ Cruiser. Along with the prices are some nice updates.
F-150 Hybrid Planned as Joint Ford-Toyota Project
Toyota and Ford began a partnership last year to develop a hybrid system for trucks and SUVs, and according to a “high ranking Ford engineer” the goal is a Ford F-150 hybrid.
Jeep Wrangler Pickup a Possibility says President
Back in 2005, Jeep created the Gladiator concept (pictured above), that gave enthusiasts hope that a ute variant of its popular Wrangler model could be in the works.
