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Ford F-150 to Get Mustang’s 3.7L V6 and 5.0L V8, Plus New EcoBoost V6
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Ford‘s 2011 F-150 will do away with its current lineup of V8 engines in the F-150 in favor of new and more efficient powerplants, which will include a base V6, the Mustang GT’s 5.0-liter V8 and the company’s impressive EcoBoost V6. The base 4.6-liter V8 will be tossed in favor of the company’s new 3.7-liter…
Chrysler Recalls Ram 1500, Dodge Nitro and Jeep Liberty for Brake Issues
The recall is scheduled to begin at the start of August and dealers will inspect the brake lines on the affected vehicles and replace them for free if they are discovered to be faulty.
Detroit Designer Redefines Truck Bed Extender
Jou’s version, dubbed the Plastech Bed Extender, features four individual folding sections that allowing multiple configurations to suit different types of cargo.
25 Ugliest PT Cruisers Herald The End Of Chrysler’s Iconic Hatchback
There’s no real story here – just some awful looking Chrysler PT Cruisers. While cruising the web one day, this came across an Autoguide staffer’s browser. Some of these vehicles are so awful that they must truly be seen to believed. We feel especially sorry for #6, whose owner must bear the ignominy of having…
2011 Toyota Tacoma Spied With 4Runner-Like Grille
A flexible manufacturing process at the Texas plant now allows both Tacomas and Tundras to roll down the line back to back if necessary in response to consumer demand.
Mahindra Soap Opera Takes a New Turn as U.S. Launch Looks Unlikely
According to Mike Geylin, spokesman for GV USA, Mahindra has repeatedly dragged its feet regarding the launch date and the lawsuit “seeks to compel the Indian company to honor it’s contractual obligations.
Nissan Organizes First Ever Truck Rally in Texas
Part of this event was to get feedback regarding the existing trucks and what features buyers might be looking for in the next evolution of Nissan’s pickups including the upcoming Titan.
Ford to Offer 6.8-Liter V10 in F-650 and F-750 Chassis Cab Models
For use in the medium duty Ford trucks, the V-10 will be rated at 362 horsepower at 4,750 rpm and 457 lb-ft of torque at 3,250. This enables gross vehicle weight ratings on these trucks to range from 20,000 up to a substantial 30,000 lbs.
Volkswagen Preparing Race Touraeg 3 For Assault On Dakar Rally
With the demise of Mitsubishi’s Dakar rally program, Volkswagen has stepped in to fill the void left by the iconic Pajero rally truck. The Race Touraeg has performed admirably, but Volkswagen driver Carlos Sainz demanded that the Race Touraeg 3 be a significant step forward from previous iterations. While the Race Touraeg 2 was mechanically…
Bigfoot Monster Truck Switches Teams From Ford To Chevrolet
Attention K-Mart shoppers – Bigfoot has switched allegiances from the Blue Oval to the Bowtie. In a shocking bit of heresy/betrayal for monster truck aficionados, Bigfoot has switched bodyshells and powerplants from a Ford setup to a Chevrolet V8. Ford ended its Bigfoot sponsorship in 2007, leaving the team in a lurch. Their last remaining…
GM’s US Sales Up 36 Percent in June, Spurred On by 27 Percent Growth in Pickup Segment
“As companies continue to invest in their business, we expect this segment to continue to recover,” stated Johnson. “We think that the release of some pent-up demand in the pickup market is indicative that a fundamental part of the US economy is strengthening.”
Lack of GM Medium Duty Trucks Hurting Dealers
GM sought a buyer for its medium duty trucks, but when deals with Isuzu and Navistar fell through, it pulled the plug.
Ford Teams up With Toby Keith for Super Duty Giveaway
Besides the truck, the winner will also receive as part of the prize, a full weekend on the road with Toby including transportation to and from the airport, exclusive use of their very own tour bus, plus all meals and exclusive back stage access.
Nissan Offers Minor Updates for 2011 Titan
The lack of change and options compared with some rivals, especially Ford, Ram and GM, is likely to further hurt sales, which have tailed off considerably in the last few years.
Nissan Frontier Receives Few Updates for 2011 Amid Dwindling Competition
Like bigger brother Titan, trim levels have been changed to S, SV and SL from XE, SE and LE, while the PRO-4X off-road specialty truck carries on, essentially unaltered.
Man Run Over by Own Truck; Dog in the Driver’s Seat
According to a police report filed by the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office, Bishop was able to get up, jump into the F-150 and stop it before it hit the fence next to his mobile home.
Chevy Colorado Replacement Revealed in GM Patent Filings?
Several sketches of a pickup truck have been leaked from the U.S. Patent Office, showing what appears to be the next-generation Chevy Colorado. GM filed the design patent on November 23rd of last year and received confirmation from the office yesterday. Judging from the big grille, the drawings show what is quite obviously a Chevrolet….
Father Of The Range Rover Dies At Age 85
Charles Spencer King, the engineer behind the Range Rover SUV and the Rover SD1 luxury sedan has died at age 85 after being involved in a traffic accident involving his bicycle and a van. King famously set out to combine the best attributes of the Land Rovers of his day (rugged, off road ability) with…
GM Suspends Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra Heavy Duty Production Over Defective Part
Those pickups that had already been shipped to dealers before the problem was identified will be recalled and the suspect part replaced before final delivery to customers.
Report: Jeep Investigating Compact Pickup
The Jeep Comanche has a small but dedicated following of fans, but the venerable brand hasn’t been too interested in returning to the segment – until now. With the Mahindra pickup on the way and demand for the Ford Ranger still at passable levels, Jeep CEO Mike Manley says compact trucks are an area that he is…
2011 Range Rover Unveiled
The venerable Range Rover has been given a few upgrades for 2011, including an all-new 4.4L diesel engine displacing 309 bhp and getting 30.1 mpg. The new diesel is also coupled to an 8-speed automatic, which should filter down to the rest of the lineup soon. The new Range also gets a rotary knob similar…
Ford Adds Alternative Fuel Option to Super Duty
At the annual Ford Fleet Product and Business Conference on June 7, the company presented the details of its new fuel conversion option, which will be available on F-450 and F-550 truck powered by the 6.8-liter V10 engine.
Ohio Tornado Murders Dodge Viper, Ram SRT-10
The deadly Ohio tornado that killed seven people last week claimed two more victims, a late-model Dodge Viper RT-10 and a Dodge Ram SRT-10. If we do the math, that’s a total of 950 horsepower put out of commission. Ironically, both of these vehicles would have no problem outrunning a tornado, with the Viper topping…
GM Reconsidering 4.5-Liter Duramax Diesel for Light-Duty Trucks
According to Mark Cieslak, Chief Engineer for GM’s full-size truck program, making the engine an option in H-D trucks as well as the 1500 personal use models would give it a stronger business case.
