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Pickups

Ford dealer resurrects F-150 SVT Lightning with a 650-hp tribute

Breman, Georgia, a small town about 50 miles west of Atlanta has been getting a lot of attention lately. Pioneer Ford, a dealership there, recently posted on Facebook that they’re offering a 650-hp Lightning Tribute F-150. With 5,500 shares to date, that’s nearly as many Facebook shares as there are people in the town which […]

September 27, 2017

Pickups

Report: Jeep’s new pickup revives Scrambler name, will have a diesel option

Jeep’s long-anticipated pickup, which is scheduled to roll out next year as a 2019 model, will be called the JT Scrambler and will be available with a diesel engine, according to jeepscramblerforum.com. The forum reports that it learned about Jeep’s new truck through the FCA dealer system. “The JT Scrambler and the JL Wrangler will […]

September 25, 2017

Pickups

Ram recalls nearly 500,000 pickups due to faulty water pump

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is recalling an estimated 443,712 pickups over concerns of a water pump that may overheat and cause a fire. Affected models are 2013-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups and 3500, 4500 and 5500 chassis cabs. The recall is limited to trucks equipped with 6.7-liter engines. Affected customers will be advised when service […]

September 20, 2017

Construction Equipment

Bollinger’s new four-door B1 gives modular electric truck more cargo space

It’s a little longer. It’s got more storage capacity. And it’s got four doors. Bollinger Motors has revealed the first image of the four-door version of its B1 all-electric sport utility truck. The image also shows off a new orange exterior color which will be available at launch. The B1’s removable panels allow it to be […]

September 12, 2017

Pickups

Ford recalls more than 140,000 F-Series trucks due to airbag, seatbelt defects

Ford has issued safety recalls for its 2017 F-150, 2015-17 F-150 Crew Cab, 2017 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty Crew Cab trucks. Ford is issuing a safety recall for approximately 935 model year 2017 Ford F-150 and Mustang vehicles for ARC passenger air bag inflators. Ford was notified by Takata, a supplier that uses the […]

September 12, 2017

Pickups

Raptor Ranger confirmed in off-road test run by Ford Australia

Confession is good for the soul — and maybe for sales. After spy photos and stories emerged about Ford testing what appeared to be a Ranger Raptor, Ford Australia has come clean and has released a video showing a the truck tearing up some private proving grounds in the Land Down Under. The lucky driver […]

September 11, 2017

Pickups

Roush’s souped up 2018 F-150 is louder, taller and ready for off-roading

As it does with each new model year of Ford’s half-ton pickups, Roush is offering a heavily modified performance package on the 2018 F-150 that gives the truck serious off-road pedigree. If the truck you see above looks a bit different from the redesigned 2018 F-150 Ford has been showing off for the last few […]

September 5, 2017

Pickups

Hyundai developing a pickup truck for U.S. market

Hyundai will be launching a pickup in the U.S. to help make up for double-digit losses as consumers continue to lose interest in sedans. The automaker will be offering U.S. buyers a truck that’s similar to its Santa Cruz concept which was unveiled in 2015. No date has been given yet for the launch. The […]

September 4, 2017

Pickups

Ram 1500 EcoDiesel returns to top of half-ton fuel economy rankings

It’s official, though it’s probably not much of a surprise. The 2017 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel has the best fuel economy of any ½-ton pickup in its class. There was a slight decline in mpg performance from the prior model year following new EPA calculation methods, but nonetheless, the truck still reigns as the best fuel […]

September 1, 2017

Pickups

Ford’s best F-150 engine lineup yet offers choice of top payload, towing, mileage

Ford has provided more details on its 2018 F-150 engine lineup and says the new power options not only increase the truck’s capability, but also its efficiency. Notably, the new engine lineup offers customers a great deal of choice. Whether your priority is towing, payload or mileage, you can find an engine tailored to deliver. […]

August 21, 2017

Pickups

Ram 3500 steals torque crown from Ford, claims best-in-class fifth-wheel towing

Ram announced today an uptick in power for its 2018 Ram 3500 which edges it past Ford for bragging rights to best-in-class torque. The ramped up Ram delivers 930 lb. ft. of torque, or five more foot pounds than the 2017 F-350. The truck can also tow up to 30,000 lbs. with its fifth-wheel hitch, […]

August 15, 2017

Pickups

GM recalls 700,000 pickups over power steering defect

GM is recalling nearly 700,000 pickups over concerns that the electric power steering assist (EPS) could malfunction and lead to a crash. Certain 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 trucks are affected by the issue. A temporary loss of EPS assist is possible in these vehicles especially during low-speed turns which increases […]

August 11, 2017