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Pickups

Inside the 2017 F-250 King Ranch: Ford’s Super Duty trucks get bigger and lighter

The integration of aluminum into Ford’s famed F-Series pickup line was a risky move. For a brand that bills itself as “Built Ford Tough,” the introduction of the lighter-weight alloy exposed the F-150, the best-selling pickup for a generation, to criticism. Competitors pounced, but the consumers who actually buy the trucks have barely flinched. Through […]

June 20, 2016

Construction Equipment

Ford unveils 2017 Super Duty trucks: redesigned aluminum body, better tow/haul, ton of tech (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

No. 15 Story in 2015 « Intro No. 14 »   We’ve seen more of Ford’s new Super Duty trucks before their actual unveiling than any pickup in recent memory. First there was the prototype that exploded in Death Valley during testing last August. Then there was that leaked photo of an F-250 in all its chromed out glory […]

September 24, 2015

Construction Equipment

SPIED: Leaked photo gives first look at the 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty

So far, the only photos we’ve seen of a next-generation Ford Super Duty were of a prototype of the truck exploding in flames. Thankfully, we’ve now got a much clearer look at the pickup thanks to the folks at Jalopnik. The leaked photo you see above, sent to the site by a tipster, is purportedly of the […]

March 12, 2015

Construction Equipment

How to double a Ford F-250/F-350’s driving range with a simple fuel tank install (DIY GALLERY)

[imagebrowser id=114] Most owners of heavy-duty pickups in the trades choose a diesel package over gas because it provides the best power for pulling trailers and hauling loads while delivering good fuel economy. Better fuel economy equates to more time spent in the field and less at the fuel pump. So the last thing you’d […]

July 31, 2014

Construction Equipment

FIRST DRIVE: 2015 Ford Super Duty pickups pack powerful improvements over 2014 models

[imagebrowser id=38] Rolling hard into the throttle, driving 2015 Ford F-350, Ram 3500, and Chevy 3500HD Silverado duallies while towing 33-foot fifth wheel travel trailers tells a lot about a diesel pickup’s power, ride and handling. Put those same trucks/trailers on an interstate where nearly seven miles roll at greater than a 4-percent grade, with […]

July 22, 2014

Construction Equipment

Ford reveals 2015 F-Series Super Duty and King Ranch pickups with class-leading power (PHOTOS)

No. 10 Story in 2014 « No. 11 No. 9 » [imagebrowser id=38] Today, Ford introduced its 2015 F-Series Super Duty pickups, saying that the new heavy-duty trucks once again offer best-in-class power thanks to upgrades to its PowerStroke V8 engine. The second generation 6.7-liter turbo diesel engine in the F-250, F-350 and F-450 has […]

March 5, 2014

Construction Equipment

Galpin Auto Sports created the life-sized Ford Tonka truck we’ve always wanted (PHOTOS)

Galpin Auto Sports is becoming one of our favorite custom shops. I guess we shouldn’t be surprised at something as cool as this life-sized Ford Tonka pickup truck coming from the guys that brought you the ability to order your very own Bat Truck. The North Hills, California shop took a Ford F-250 Super Diesel […]

June 24, 2013

Construction Equipment

Truck Trend names Silverado/Sierra 2500 HD best work truck

Truck Trend has released its 2013 Best in Class rankings and a few of the categories should be of particular interest to readers here. For starters, the site named the Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra 2500 HD Best Work Truck. That category is reserved for regular cab, 3/4-ton, two-wheel-drive pickups. Truck Trend says that it feels like […]

April 8, 2013

Business

2013 GM 2500HDs bi-fuel

Chevrolet and GMC today announced details of General Motors’ bi-fuel 2013 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD extended cab pickup trucks at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, IN. The vehicles include a compressed natural gas (CNG) capable Vortec 6.0L V8 engine that seamlessly transitions between CNG and gasoline fuel systems. The truck […]

March 13, 2012

Maintenance

Westport LD showcases bi-fuel Ford Super Duty pickup trucks

Westport LD showcases bi-fuel Ford Super Duty pickup trucks

March 13, 2012

Business

GM debuts bi-fuel Sierra, Silverado pickup trucks

Chevrolet and GMC today announced details of General Motors’ bi-fuel 2013 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD extended cab pickup trucks at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, IN. The vehicles include a compressed natural gas (CNG) capable Vortec 6.0L V8 engine that seamlessly transitions between CNG and gasoline fuel systems. The truck […]

March 13, 2012

Roadbuilding

2013 GM 2500HDs bi-fuel

2013 GM HD2500s offer bi-fuel CNG package; GMC Sierra, Chevy Silverado pickups go green

March 7, 2012