pickup trucks
Suzuki Recalls SX4, Grand Vitara and Equator for Navigation Fire Risk
Suzuki has said that it will begin notifying owners of the recall on September 13 and once the vehicle is brought in, a Garmin representative will replace the defective batteries and install a spacer on top of them to prevent overheating.
2011 Ford F-150 To Feature Electric Power Steering
The result is around a four percent gain in fuel economy and with the ominous cloud of tighter Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards on the horizon for light trucks as well as cars, the automakers are currently looking at any way they can to improve fuel economy.
2011 Toyota Tundra Gets More Powerful Base Engine
Thanks to the adoption Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (as Toyota calls it), power on the 4.0-liter DOHC V-6 jumps from 236 to 270 horsepower and torque from 266 to 278 lb-ft.
Mahindra Import Agreement On the Rocks?
According to an official press release on Mahindra’s US website “the agreement dated 26th September 2006, between Mahindra and GV” has been “terminated.”
Nissan Hopes to Right Wrongs With Next Generation Titan
We’re going to do things the right way,” said Larry Dominuque, Nissan North America’s chief product planner, ” the right way of marketing, the right way of product quality.”
SVT Raptor SuperCrew Added to Ford F-150 Lineup; 6.2-Liter V8 Now Standard
For the 2011 model year Ford will now offer its highly-acclaimed F-150 SVT Raptor pickup as a SuperCrew model. With a wheelbase that’s 12-inches longer than the standard truck’s there’s now a fully functional rear seat area should you want to take your buddies along for some Baja joyriding. Also big news for 2011 is…
Callaway Developing High Performance Chevy Silverado
Vendetto anticipates that the company will have a running prototype by the end of the year, with series production possible sometime in 2011, provided there aren’t any serious issues to contend with.
Volkswagen Reconfirms Amarok Not Planned for North America
Despite reports to the contrary, Volkswagen continues to insist that the Amarok pickup truck will not see duty in the U.S. In a recent interview with Gilberto dos Santos, VW Brasil’s PR boss, InsideLine states that there is no plan to bring the German pickup to North America. “Volkswagen is not planning currently to market…
Mahindra Granted EPA Certification for Pickup; U.S. Sales Expected to Follow
The trucks will be powered by a modified version of the ‘Hawk’ 2.2-liter in-line four-cylinder diesel, which will employ exhaust urea injection to help meet US smog requirements.
Toyota Lowers Tundra Tow Ratings to Deliver More Realistic Numbers
When applied to the 2011 Tundra; J2807 has seen tow ratings drop as much as 1,100 pounds in some cases.
2011 Harley Davidson F-150 Gets New 6.2L Engine
On the outside, the H-D sports unique 22-inch Euroflange wheels, a special grille, grahics and emblems, plus a choice of Tuxedo Black or Ingot Silver exterior paint colors.
Volkswagen Amarok Reportedly Headed to North America
Volkswagen will launch its Amarok pickup truck in North America as the brand searches out new ways to expand its product offering on this side of the Atlantic. According to a report by Car & Driver the Amarok will eventually wind-up on our shores, although it’s not expected to make the jump any time soon….
Report: Large SUV Sales Growing Faster Than Small Cars
Hybrids and alternative fuel might appear to be all the rage these days, but a report in USA Today claims that the hottest selling segment in the car market is, surprise surprise, full-size SUVs. While small cars still outpace big SUVs in total units sold – selling 974,000 examples versus 121,000 sport-utes in the first…
Next-Gen Toyota Tundra Set for 2014; Sequoia Future Uncertain
However despite these issues, sources inside the giant Japanese automaker have said that a next generation Tundra is on the drawing board, likely scheduled for release as a 2014 model.
2011 Toyota Tundra Updates Include Upgraded V6, Trailer Sway Control
Strangely, Toyota still hasn’t followed the lead set by Ford and GM in offering a factory installed trailer brake controller.
GM Recalls 2011 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Heavy Duty Trucks for Hill Start Fix
Not beating around the bush, GM quickly discovered that the problem lay with inproper software calibration on the hill-start start system and is now issuing a recall.
Ford F-Series Super Duty to Get 800 Ft-Lbs of Torque
Ford is set to up the ante once again, this time by tuning it’s 6.7-liter PowerStroke turbo diesel to deliver 400 horsepower and a whopping 800 lb-ft of torque.
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.
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.
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.
