Jason Cannon (HWT)Jason Cannon is the Editor of Commercial Carrier Journal. He has a Class A CDL and is a graduate of the Porsche Sport Driving School. Reach him at [email protected].PickupsNissan experiments with LEAF tech in Frontier pickupA Team building exercise at Nissan’s Technical Center in Stanfield, Ariz. produced another spin on the company’s hybrid technology capabilities. Part Nissan LEAF and part Nissan Frontier, the mashup pickup supports operations at Nissan’s 3,050 acre proving grounds located in Stanfield. The a one-of-a-kind electric vehicle hauls supplies and people around on the tech center property. “We tried […]September 22, 2014PickupsGMC launches new sport truck, Sierra ElevationGMC threw its hat into the sports truck market Friday with its 2015 Sierra Elevation Edition, which goes on sale later this year. “Much in the same way the Sierra Denali and Sierra HD Denali models raised the standard for premium pickup trucks, the Sierra Elevation Edition will surprise and excite customers shopping for a […]September 21, 2014PickupsColorado, Canyon shipped to dealersBuyers waiting for General Motor’s newest midsize entries won’t have to wait much longer. GM started shipping Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon to dealers Thursday. All indications are, there is pent up demand. Consumers have created more than 100,000 configurations of the trucks since the Colorado Build Your Own and Canyon Build Your Own websites went live on Sept. 3. “The Colorado was […]September 18, 2014PickupsGALLERY: GMC’s new Carbon Edition SierraEarlier this week, GMC spelled out its plans for the 2015 Sierra Carbon Edition, based on the 2015 Sierra 1500 pickup. The 2015 Sierra Carbon Edition is offered in three different versions, allowing customers to hand-select the truck best suited to their lifestyle. The Carbon Edition shares its black painted grille, carbon fiber graphics, and body-colored trim […]September 18, 2014PickupsNissan sends Titan into Alaskan wildernessA custom crowd-sourced 2014 Nissan Titan is headed to the Alaskan wilderness with two Wounded Warrior Project Alumni behind the wheel. Built off a 2014 Titan Crew Cab PRO-4X – Nissan’s social media fans voted on 10 different areas of customization to help the Titan conquer the Alaskan terrain. Fans voted at each stage along the way, […]September 16, 2014PickupsNissan’s Project Titan completeThe custom crowd-sourced 2014 Nissan Titan, which will be piloted by two Wounded Warrior Project Alumni in the Alaskan Wilderness, is ready for its challenge. Built off a 2014 Titan Crew Cab PRO-4X – Nissan’s social media fans voted on 10 different areas of customization to help the Titan conquer the Alaskan terrain. Fans voted […]September 10, 2014PickupsCustom Raptor raises $250k for disabled vetsA custom one-of-a-kind Ford Raptor recently helped raise more than a quarter of a million dollars for veterans with disabilities. The Patriot, a 2014 Ford F-150 Raptor built by West Coast Customs, was auctioned at the Mecum Dallas Auction on Sept 6, 2014 for $250,000 with proceeds going to The MobilityWorks FoundationCars for Troops initiative. The organization helps […]September 9, 2014PickupsProject Titan gets lights, custom wrapJust recently having been outfitted with a high performance exhaust, bumper and bed utility, Nissan’s Project Titan has entered into Phase III – wheels, lights and wrap. The work of transforming the stock Titan into a truck fit for the adventure of a lifetime in Alaska is well underway. More high performing parts and accessories […]September 8, 2014PickupsNissan’s Project Titan outfitted for exhaust, bumperNissan’s Project Titan is coming along. The work of transforming the stock Titan into a truck fit for the adventure of a lifetime in Alaska is well underway. More high performing parts and accessories have been added preparing to take on some of the world’s toughest terrain. Earlier this year, Nissan invited the public to vote […]September 2, 2014PickupsF-450 gets best-in-class towing nod using SAE J2807 standardUsing the Society of Automotive Engineers J2807 standard, the 2015 Ford F-450 Super Duty Class 3 pickup has been rated a best-in-class 31,200 pounds. SAE J2807 establishes tow vehicle performance requirements against certain performance criteria to determine a truck’s maximum trailer tow rating. Ford is a founding member of the J2807 committee, which includes other […]September 2, 2014Previous PagePage 23 of 37Next PageTop StoriesPickupsFord to Build 2027 Midsize Electric Pickup in US with $30K Start PriceThe new four-door pickup, powered by Ford lithium iron phosphate batteries, will have the passenger room of a RAV4, a bed and frunk.Pickups2026 Ford F-Series Super Duty Preview: 4 Engines, 5 Trims, 2 Beds OfferedPickups2026 Chevy Silverado EV Work Truck Smashes World Record for Mileage RangeBackhoe LoadersA Closer Look: Deere's New Backhoes Deliver Improved Comfort, Visibility, ControlFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
