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Roadbuilding

GMC bolsters Sierra hauling, intros gooseneck/fifth-wheel package, trailering camera system

GMC is now offering a gooseneck/fifth-wheel trailering package on its Sierra HD pickups and a trailering camera system for the entire Sierra lineup. The gooseneck/fifth-wheel package will run $350 and consists of a frame-mounted hitch platform and tray concealed beneath the truck’s bed floor. The platform accommodates ball hitch or fifth-wheel hitch mounting brackets and […]

June 9, 2016

Pickups

Tesla execs talking again about making an electric pickup

More than two years after sending extremely mixed signals on the prospect of building an electric pickup, Tesla execs are again hinting at the possibility. During a recent panel discussion at the International Transport Forum in Germany, Tesla’s chief technology officer, JB Straubel, made it sound as if transitioning to truck building would be fairly […]

June 7, 2016

Pickups

GM reveals new front end design for 2017 Chevy Silverado HD, GMC Sierra HD with functional hood scoop

Though GM isn’t ready to formally introduce the 2017 Silverado and Sierra Denali HD models, the automaker is drumming up excitement for the trucks’ release later this year by showing off a front-end design refresh highlighted by a functional hood scoop. The hood scoop is part of a new air intake system on the 2500 and 3500 […]

June 6, 2016

Pickups

GM moving pickup production from Mexico back to U.S.

At a time when Ford has been criticized for planning a $1.6 billion auto plant investment in Mexico, General Motors apparently has plans to move light-duty pickup production back to the U.S. from south of the border. A May 20 memo from United Auto Workers Local 598 reports that GM’s Flint Assembly Plant will be […]

June 3, 2016

Pickups

Ford recalls nearly 300k F-150s over brake leaks; Ranger, Ram pickups caught up in ongoing Takata airbag recalls

Following an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Ford has announced a major recall on roughly 271,000 F-150 pickup trucks in North America from the 2013 and 2014 model years equipped with 3.5-liter engines over concerns a fluid leak could reduce braking power. As we reported in March, the NHTSA received 33 complaints alleging brake failures in […]

June 2, 2016

Trucks

Restored ’74 Toyota FJ45 pickup a drool-worthy vintage beast (PHOTOS)

One word pops into mind upon seeing the truck above: “Gimme.” And though it’s $87,000 price tag is a bit hard to swallow, if one had the cash, one could imagine quickly rationalizing parting with said figure for a truck this well restored. Just look at that interior. A beautiful lack of plastic. Listed on eBay […]

June 1, 2016

Construction Equipment

Ford Ranger to return in 2019 with a diesel powerplant

Following news last year that Ford was planning on resurrecting its discontinued Ranger pickup here in the U.S., Car and Driver reports that the automaker will in fact be re-entering the midsize truck market that it once dominated with a 2019 model. The last time a Ford Ranger rolled off a U.S. assembly line was in December 2011. Ford […]

May 23, 2016

Construction Equipment

Ram intros 2016 Stinger Yellow Sport special edition 1500

If you’re a fan of bees, yellow jackets, the Steelers and Ram pickups, you’re in luck. Ram has announced the addition of a new limited-edition Stinger Yellow Sport pickup in Crew Cab 4×2 and 4×4 configurations. Among the Stinger Yellow Sport’s standard features are a 395-horsepower HEMI V8, 8-speed TorqueFlite transmission, dual chrome-tipped exhaust, vented […]

May 20, 2016

Construction Equipment

Chevrolet unveils 2017 Silverado High Desert with deluxe cargo system

Calling the truck a pickup that combines the form of a Silverado with some of the features and functionality of the Suburban SUV, Chevrolet has unveiled the 2017 Silverado High Desert. Based on a concept vehicle revealed at the 2014 SEMA show, this new Silverado package will be available starting this fall for the LT, LTZ and High […]

May 16, 2016

Construction Equipment

REVIEW: Nissan’s gas V8 Titan XD has a few advantages over “tow monster” Cummins-powered brother

Nissan’s recent ride impression event for the 2016 Titan XD V8 gas model was a reminder of the company’s goal to reach a broader range of truck customers, including those looking for more responsive acceleration—even if it means giving up torque along the way. Nissan’s new 5.6-liter Endurance gas V8, which can be spec’d in […]

May 11, 2016

Construction Equipment

2017 Honda Ridgeline will have best-in-class fuel economy, but…

Though Honda unveiled its next-generation Ridgeline pickup back in January, the automaker opted to provide specifics on the truck’s powertrain and fuel economy at a later date. Now, with production of the truck getting underway in Alabama, Honda has confirmed expectations that the 2017 Ridgeline will hold claim to the best fuel economy among midsize pickups. The […]

May 10, 2016

Construction Equipment

2017 Ford F-150 will boast huge 450 lbf. torque, fast performance with new 3.5L V6, 10-speed transmission

Ford revealed details Tuesday on both its second-generation 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine and a new 10-speed transmission slated for release with the 2017 F-150. The updated powerplant sheds some weight, gets matched with a new transmission and, according to Ford, lays down 30 lb.-ft. more torque than first-generation models. That’s a best-in-class 450 lb.-ft. for a V6—including gasoline […]

May 4, 2016