Archive for 'Trucks/Pickups'
Retro ‘Trail Along’ Highlights Vintage RVs
Posted on 22. May, 2012 by admin.
Story and photos by Mike Magda Back in the day, travel-trailer owners used their personal vehicles or shop trucks to tote their Airstreams or Vagabonds cross country — there were no one-ton turbo-diesel crew cabs with navigation systems and leather seats. This is how real truckers went on vacation with their families
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Tow Ratings Adjust for 2013 GM Pickups
Posted on 22. May, 2012 by admin.
By Mike Magda We just got our first look at the tow ratings for 2013 GM pickups, and for most full-size trucks, their factory numbers will be 200 to 300 pounds lower than comparable 2012 models. And some models will drop as much as 4,800 pounds. Ouch.
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Road Test: 2012 Ram 1500 Sport CC 4×4
Posted on 21. May, 2012 by admin.
Story and Photos by Dan Sanchez At a time when just about every dollar of one’s paycheck is accounted for, people often save money by owning one vehicle that can perform a variety of tasks. This is a reason why truck sales, especially crew cabs, remain high.
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No Chevy/GMC Ads For 2013 Super Bowl
Posted on 19. May, 2012 by admin.
Don't expect any amazing Super Bowl promoting the new Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra during the next Super Bowl on February 3, 2013 like we saw in the last big game. In fact, don't expect to see any commercials from General Motors, reports the Detroit Free Press .
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Spied! 2013 Ford F-150 Limited
Posted on 18. May, 2012 by admin.
Photos by KGP Photography It looks like we're getting closer to seeing the 2013 Ford F-150s without a stitch of camouflage. KGP Photography caught this Limited SuperCrew recently, and it seems to be quite comfortable with very little camo
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Would You See a Pickup Truck Musical?
Posted on 18. May, 2012 by admin.
Ever wonder why there aren't any good musicals about pickup trucks? Neither have we, but someone has answered the call
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It’s Time for Fiat to Offer a Lifestyle Pickup?
Posted on 17. May, 2012 by admin.
The timing could be perfect for a small and efficient pickup truck, and some are looking to Chrysler to make it happen. We reported several months ago that the Fiat Strada would be an interesting choice if Chrysler wanted to fill the void left by the Dodge Dakota, especially since so much has changed in the small-truck market. Larry Vellequette, the Automotive News journalist who knows Chrysler better than anyone, seems to be suggesting the same thing in his latest blog (subscription may be required to view)
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Chevy Avalanche Road Trip: Over the Rockies
Posted on 17. May, 2012 by admin.
I'm just going to say this right now: Nebraska feels like the longest state in the world.
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Chevy Avalanche Road Trip: 3-State Detour
Posted on 16. May, 2012 by admin.
Day 2 had us waking up just outside of Chicago.
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Chevy Avalanche Road Trip: Five States
Posted on 14. May, 2012 by admin.
Part of the reason for selecting the Chevy Avalanche for this cross-country run had to do with the truck's ability to carry gear in a truck bed while keeping it all locked and protected underneath a sturdy bed top.
