Hard Working Trucks Staff (HWT)Pickups2016-2017 Toyota Tacoma recalled for leaking differential which could lead to crashToyota is recalling roughly 228,000 2016 and 2017 Tacoma pickups over concerns that the rear differential could seize and cause a crash. Effected trucks have rear differentials that may leak oil. If a vehicle is continuously operated in this condition, the rear differential could become damaged, which can result in noise and reduced propulsion. In some […]April 28, 2017Pickups2017 F-150 wins Top Green Vehicle award from AAAThe 2017 Ford F-150 earned a Top Green Vehicle award for its best-in-class gas fuel economy from AAA Green Car Guide. The 2017 F-150 4×2 with 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 returns 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway, which is best-in-class gas fuel economy. EPA shows the 2017 F-150 as the most efficient standard-size pickup, with […]April 26, 2017PickupsLandi Renzo launching first CNG offering for 2018 F-150Landi Renzo USA announced that it’s launching its first Ford F-150 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) product for the new 2018 5.0-liter gaseous prep engine. The company will be offering several options, including multiple CNG tank configurations and other essential equipment used in fleet operations. “We’re excited about adding the F-150 with CNG to our comprehensive […]April 19, 2017PickupsFord towing tiny houses across the U.S. this summerFord announced today that its F-Series trucks have been given a big job towing tiny houses across the country. Petite Retreats, which recently unveiled two small recreation houses at the 2017 New York International Auto Show, selected Ford to take their latest houses to various stops around the U.S. this summer. Called “Henry” and “Clara” […]April 18, 2017PickupsFord F-Series wins Kelley Blue Book 2017 Brand Image awardKelley Blue Book has awarded Ford with its 2017 Brand Image award for its F-Series trucks. It’s the fourth consecutive year Ford has been given the honor. Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Award winners are based on annual new-car buyer perception data and published on KBB.com. The awards recognize outstanding achievements by automakers in creating and […]April 11, 2017PickupsRam unveils Ram 1500 Sublime Sport and Rebel Blue StreakRam Truck today announced two new option packages for the Ram 1500 that automaker says strengthens the brand’s factory-custom trend and color palette. The trucks will be on display at the New York International Auto Show, April 14-23 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. “The Ram 1500 Sublime Sport and Rebel […]April 10, 2017PickupsFord Ranger will be sold in ChinaIncreased pickup demand in China has led Ford to announce that it will start selling its mid-size Ranger pickup there next year. The announcement follows Ford’s introduction of the F-150 Raptor to the world’s most populated nation. “We’re very excited to bring Built Ford Tough, one of the world’s best loved and most successful brands, […]April 9, 2017PickupsFord unveils 2018 Special Service F-150 and ExpeditionThey might be the only new vehicles sold in the U.S. with high-strength aluminum-alloy bodies, vinyl seats and 10-speed column-mounted shifters—and it’s just the way their customers want them. For its law enforcement, government and fleet customers, Ford is unveiling its new 2018 F-150 Special Service Vehicle and all-new 2018 Expedition Special Service Vehicle designed […]April 6, 2017PickupsBollinger unveils aluminum chassis of its all-electric truckBollinger Motors revealed the chassis of its versatile all-electric vehicle today which will be unveiled in its entirety this summer in New York. The all-wheel-drive vehicle, which features 50-50 weight distribution and a dual motor electric drivetrain, can be used either as a pickup or SUV thanks to reconfigurable body panels. The light-weight, all-aluminum chassis […]April 5, 2017PickupsF-150 plug-in upfit from XL Hybrid will be installed by KnapheideXL Hybrids announced today that Knapheide will become a ship-thru installer of XL Hybrids’ XLP plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) upfits on Ford F-150 pickups. Knapheide will begin XLP PHEV upfits on late model Ford F-150s in its Kansas City, Mo. facility starting in fourth quarter 2017. Both Knapheide and XL Hybrids were recently recognized by […]April 5, 2017Previous PagePage 39 of 63Next PageTop StoriesExcavatorsRedesigned Cat 6015 Hydraulic Shovel Gets Boosted Efficiency, DurabilityThe 16.1-ton-bucket-payload shovel now features advanced hydraulics, heavier-duty undercarriage and no DEF requirement.ConExpo/Con-Agg 2026ConExpo Survival Guide: Tips from Veteran Attendees (and our Editors)Utility Tractors/LoadersNew Holland Completely Redesigns T7 Tractors with More Power, ComfortPickups2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX Roars Back With 777-Horsepower Hemi V8Featured SponsorWhat Does CNH Industrial’s Acquisition of Hemisphere GNSS Really Mean for Contractors?
