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Ford recalling 2016 F-150 over seat bolt concerns
Ford is recalling 2016 F-150 trucks for possible loose power seat bolts that may cause the front seat cushions to detach and not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash. The recall also affects 2016 Explorers. Ford reports that 177,264 vehicles are potentially affected. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect […]
December 11, 2017
Dealers
Former Volvo CE chief Weissburg appointed president of Mack Trucks
Martin Weissburg has been named president of Mack Trucks beginning June 1. For the past three years, he’s been serving as president of Volvo Construction Equipment. He joined the Volvo Group in 2005 as president of Volvo Financial Services Americas, and in 2010 became global president of Volvo Financial Services. Weissburg will be headquartered in […]
December 8, 2017
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Trucks
Old Soviet military truck used screw propellers to traverse land and sea
Okay, so you wouldn’t want to drive it over asphalt or concrete. Nonetheless, a former Soviet military truck built with two giant stainless steel screw propellers looks like a lot of fun to drive. All-Terrain Vehicles Plant, based in Russia, has restored the truck and posted it on their website alongside other impressive off-road vehicles, […]
December 7, 2017
Pickups
GM carbon fiber pickup beds reportedly coming in the next two years
Did anyone see this coming? In an attention-getting move that’s one of the more memorable moments in the ongoing battle for pickup supremacy, GM sources revealed to the Wall Street Journal that the automaker will be offering carbon fiber pickup beds for its premium trucks within two years. The new bed option is sure to […]
December 6, 2017
Class 7-8
Let’s talk about Tesla’s unique electric Semi design
Jason Cannon, our trucks expert and the Equipment Editor for our partner site Overdrive has been writing and thinking about Tesla’s buzzworthy electric Semi ever since its unveiling a few weeks back. In the video below, Jason goes over the unique design of the truck and gives his thoughts and first impressions on some of […]
December 6, 2017
Vocational
GM recalls 2011-15 Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra 3500 models due to fuel tank issue
GM is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear tank fuel pump or update the fuel-level […]
December 6, 2017
Pickups
Chevy Colorado ZR2 chosen as finalist for 2018 North American Truck of the Year
The Chevy Colorado ZR2 has been chosen as a finalist for the 2018 North American Truck of the Year. Chevy’s popular midsize pickup shares the nomination with two other entrants that, while not pickups, share a lot of the same attributes: the Ford Expedition and the Lincoln Navigator. “The 2018 finalists reflect the incredible variety […]
December 5, 2017
Pickups
Ford unveils 2018 Super Duty with improved 6.7L Power Stroke, dually F-450
For the 2018 model year, Ford’s 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel engine will get a class-leading power boost. Todd Eckert, Ford truck group marketing manager, says redesigned cylinder heads that offer added strength under higher loads and optimized fuel and turbo boost calibrations that take advantage of the increased cylinder head capacity add 10 horsepower and 10 […]
December 5, 2017
Pickups
Ford gives 6.7-liter Power Stroke a power boost for 2018, adds dual rear wheel F-450
For the 2018 model year, Ford’s 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel engine will get a class-leading power boost. Todd Eckert, Ford truck group marketing manager, says redesigned cylinder heads that offer added strength under higher loads and optimized fuel and turbo boost calibrations that take advantage of the increased cylinder head capacity add 10 horsepower and 10 […]
December 4, 2017
Class 7-8
How much will Tesla’s electric Semi save on operating costs over diesel?
By Max Heine How would you like to get an extra dollar for every five miles you drive? That’s one of many notable promises made by Tesla Motors at the unveiling of the electric Tesla Semi. The boast gets at the heart of what owner-operators care the most about: Would this equipment save me serious […]
December 4, 2017
Vocational
How to winterize your trucks before the cold season takes full effect
Temperatures nationwide are beginning their downward trend and some parts of the country are already seeing snowfall. In extreme temperatures, Petro-Canada Lubricants OEM Technical Liaison Brian Humphrey says lubricants can harden or become too viscous, possibly causing equipment to seize up or fail. “To avoid this situation, fleet managers and owner-operators need to use a […]
December 4, 2017
Pickups
Ford recalls F-150 over seat concerns
In affected vehicles, Ford says the upper left-hand pivot bolt for the front power seat adjuster may loosen or fall out.
December 3, 2017
Pickups
GMC unveils Sierra 2500HD All Mountain: A Denali with tracks
General Motors appears to slowly be amassing a fleet of pickups focused on snow applications. The automaker’s recently unveiled 2018 GMC Sierra 2500HD All Mountain is its latest concept pickup and follows the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Alaskan Edition which was unveiled at the 2016 SEMA show. Unlike the Alaskan, whose custom plow is meant to […]
December 1, 2017
Pickups
GM recalling 2011-2015 Chevy Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 3500 over fuel tank issue
GM is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear tank fuel pump or update the fuel-level […]
November 30, 2017
Pickups
New Jeep pickup coming with convertible option
A convertible option is coming to Jeep’s new pickup. Rumored widely to be dubbed the Scrambler, the truck “will come with an optional soft top capable of being removed or lowered,” Automotive News has reported. The news follows an August post from jeepscramblerforum.com which, after looking closely at spy photos and the FCA dealer system, […]
November 30, 2017
Trailers
Talbert 55CC-RP trailer made to haul road equipment
Talbert’s new 55-Ton Roller Paver trailer can handle such heavy equipment as rollers, pavers, excavators and dozers. Talbert also designed the 55CC-RP trailer with dual kingpin settings, so it can be operated empty without a permit in states with 43-foot kingpin laws. Talbert achieved this by adjusting the trailer’s deck length, gooseneck radiuses and rear […]
November 30, 2017
Pickups
The Duke is a ’72 Chevy C50 transformed into one bad work pickup
Note: This article was written by Wayne Grayson, online managing editor at HWT’s partner publication Equipment World. As I walked across the central show floor at SEMA earlier this month, I heard something from behind that made me turn around as I stepped into the Chevrolet booth. “F***ing awesome,” said a random guy out of […]
November 29, 2017
Class 7-8
The Nikola Zero is a 550-hp electric UTV informing development of the company’s semi truck
Nikola Motor Company (NMC) has positioned itself to rival electric auto-maker Tesla for the crown of trucking’s King of Alternative Power, but much like Elon Musk and his various side businesses, Nikola founder Trevor Milton has also diversified his team’s talents. Next year, NMC will debut its Nikola Zero utility vehicle (UTV), targeting military applications […]
November 29, 2017
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