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].PickupsFord talks CNG/LP F-150Earlier this month, Ford announced plans to launch a compressed natural gas/propane engine option for the 2014 model year Ford F-150. Our sister site, Equipment World, recently sat down with Ford’s Dick Cupka, the automaker’s product development sustainability manager for commercial vehicles, to learn more about these new trucks. Cupka says Ford’s factory in Kentucky puts these […]August 12, 2013PickupsRam V-6 EcoDiesel towing numbers on par with V-8Ram says it has finalized towing numbers for its Ram 1500 EcoDiesel, putting the new engine on par with larger V-8 power plants. In a 2WD, two-door, long bed configuration, Ram says the new EcoDiesel will tow up to 9,200 pounds, approaching much larger displacement V-8 towing capability with its 3.0-liter V-6 and fuel efficiency […]August 5, 2013PickupsSales of Ram trucks soaring, HD units up 35%Ram Truck posted year-over-year sales gains in July compared with the same month a year ago, the company reported Thursday. The Ram Truck brand’s 31 percent increase was the largest sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand in July, and was the best July for Ram sales since 2007. “We continue to see strong retail […]August 2, 2013PickupsNew air intake for GM, Chevy V-8aFe Power says it has releases an air intake system for model year 2009-13 GM Silverado/Sierra 1500 V8- 5.3L (GMT900) with electric fan only. This Stage-2 air intake system combines a 3-1/2-inch diameter black powder-coated aluminum tube and a massive 7-1/2-inch air filter with inverted top to generate 32 percent more air flow. In recent […]August 2, 2013PickupsFord to offer CNG F-150The 2014 model year Ford F-150 will come with an additional option – the ability to run on compressed natural gas or propane. Once the truck hits the road, it will be the first of its kind; making Ford the only manufacturer with an available CNG/LPG-capable half-ton pickup. “Businesses and fleet customers have been asking Ford […]July 31, 2013PickupsContinental releases new truck tireContinental’s Commercial Vehicle Tire says it has updated its HSR (Heavy Steer Regional) and HDR (Heavy Drive Regional) light truck tire lines for both original equipment and replacement. The tires are available in size 225/70R19.5 and the company says are engineered to offer up to 20 percent improvement in rolling resistance and mileage over the […]July 30, 2013PickupsAmerican Force Wheels spotlights new videoAmerican Force Wheels has released a new video on the company’s website, offering an inside look at the wheel manufacturer’s designers at work. [youtube l_qstIQSoOI nolink] The company says the video is an artful, visual platform for American Force 5-, 6- 8-lug and dually forged aluminum wheels as they roll through the streets of Miami, […]July 29, 2013PickupsaFe Power releases air intake for 2014 Silverado/Sierra 1500 V8-5.3LaFe Power has released its Momentum HD Air Intake System for the 2014 GM Silverado/Sierra 1500 V8-5.3L The Stage-2 air intake system combines a 3-1/2” diameter black powder-coated aluminum tube and a 7-1/2” Pro 5R air filter with inverted top to generate 30 percent more airflow. The Pro 5R air filter uses five layers of progressive, […]July 22, 2013PickupsPropickup Truck Expo is next monthThe Propickup Truck Expo will be held Aug. 22-24 at the Dallas (Texas) Convention Center. The 2nd annual ProPickup Truck Expo 2013  is a trade-only show focusing exclusively on  full-size pickups, and all related accessories and services. It is presented by ProPickup magazine. The ProPickup Truck Expo includes: SmartSession educational seminars; product demonstrations; displays of new products; pickup ride-and-drive programs; customized work pickups; and many […]July 18, 2013PickupsThe 2014 Silverado now arriving on dealership lotsThe newly redesigned and highly anticipated 2014 Chevy Silverados have begun arriving at markets across the U.S. Among the most noticeable changes, the 2014 Chevy Silverado has replaced some of its V6 and V8 engines from 2013 with EcoTec3 models, which are designed to produce more power and torque while also providing improved fuel-economy. Those […]July 18, 2013Previous PagePage 34 of 37Next PageTop StoriesCompact Track LoadersA Closer Look: ASV’s VT-100 Goes Where Other Compact Track Loaders Can’tThe 103.5-horsepower CTL packs unique traction, cooling and control features to handle tough conditions. Get an inside look here.Pickups2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Revealed: 9 trims, 4 Engines, 6 Special EditionsTechnologyKomatsu Partners with Pronto to Bring Autonomous Dump Trucks to Quarries of All SizesCompact equipment2026 Polaris General UTV Hits Dealers with New Colors, UpgradesFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
