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Report: Mahindra to set U.S. Pik-Up launch date in next few weeks

- posted: 08.03.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/05/report-mahindra-to-set-u-s-pik-up-launch-date-in-next-few-week/ Filed under: SUV, Truck, Work, India, Diesel Mahindra Pik-Up - Click above for high-res image gallery Tired of waiting around for an official launch date for the hotly anticipated (in certain circles, at least) compact diesel pickup truck from Indian automaker Mahindra? Good news, then. According to a report from Automotive News, the largest utility vehicle maker in India and its U.S. distributor, Global Motors, will make an official announcement regarding the targeted sale date of the Pik-Up within the next two-to-three weeks. Before you get too excited, realize that Mahindra only hopes to announce a launch date - when that date will actually be is still anyone's guess. In fact, Mahindra President Pawan Goenka said in an interview that the vehicle is still undergoing Environmental Protection Agency testing here in the States and an official application to allow the truck to be sold here has yet to take place. Following the Pik-Up's official launch in the U.S., Mahindra plans to continue focusing on its export markets with a new SUV designed specifically for the European and North American markets. Judging by how long it's taken to get its first model on the market, though, we'll keep our excitement bottled up for the time being. Gallery: Mahindra Pik-Up [Source: Automotive News - sub. req'd]Report: Mahindra to set U.S. Pik-Up launch date in next few weeks originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

Spy Shots: Next-gen Ford Ranger global quad-cab spotted

- posted: 01.03.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/23/spy-shots-next-gen-ford-ranger-global-quad-cab-spotted/ Filed under: Spy Photos, Truck, Work, Ford Ford Ranger spy shots - Click above for high-res image gallery Ford has done a lot of work over the past few years to really improve its F-Series line of pickups, in both standard F-150 and Super Duty forms. And while the Blue Oval's "Built Ford Tough" motto stands true to the latest and greatest versions of these pickups, the smaller Ranger has been greatly overlooked over the past decade. These most recent spy shots show Ford's new Ranger, but don't get too excited. Despite the long-in-the-tooth truck's aging underpinnings and FoMoCo's push to standardize platforms with it's "One Ford" initiative, the all-new Ranger most likely won't make it to the States (despite our best hopes). Our spies indicate that this new Ranger will be slightly larger than the version currently on sale in other markets, but that it's actually somewhat smaller than the truck currently sitting at U.S. dealerships. We think that may be a visual trick of the camouflage and the four-door configuration, however, as this vehicle is expected to be larger than the current North American model, as it will go on duty in countries where Ford doesn't offer the F-150. Still, should the Blue Oval perform an about-face and bring the truck to America, we don't think this would hinder Ford's overall sales too much, and this much-needed overhaul would make the model better positioned to compete with the likes of the Toyota Tacoma, as well as the Nissan Frontier/Suzuki Equator twins in markets abroad. Gallery: Ford Ranger - Spy PhotosSpy Shots: Next-gen Ford Ranger global quad-cab spotted originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Reefers ISO Containers

- posted: 01.03.10

European Trucks News

- posted: 01.03.10

Report: GM may euthanize Chevy Colorado/GMC Canyon small pickups

- posted: 01.03.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/24/report-gm-may-euthanize-chevy-colorado-gmc-canyon-small-pickups/ Filed under: Truck, Work, Chevrolet, GM, GMC, Rumormill 2010 Chevrolet Colorado - Click above for high-res image gallery The future of the small pickup truck market in the United States doesn't look good. A new global Ford Ranger is in the works, though we have good reason to doubt that will replace the model currently available in North America. For its part, Chrysler has plans to nix the Dodge Dakota next year, and new reports suggest that the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon twins may have their plugs pulled, as well. In speaking with General Motors vice chairmain Bob Lutz, PickupTrucks.com asked about plans to kill off the two models, with Lutz responding, "It's uncertain at this point...They may well [go away]." GM has not announced any official plans to update or kill off the Colorado and Canyon, but we won't be surprised if these two dated models meet that Great Car Crusher in the sky over the next couple of years. Gallery: 2010 Chevrolet Colorado [Source: PickupTrucks.com]Report: GM may euthanize Chevy Colorado/GMC Canyon small pickups originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

2011 Ford Super Duty power, towing specs released

- posted: 01.03.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/25/2011-ford-super-duty-power-towing-specs-released/ Filed under: Truck, Work, Ford 2011 Ford Super Duty - Click above for high-res image gallery Heavy duty truck lovers have been waiting for these figures for a while, so let's just cut to the main course. The 2011 Ford Super Duty can be had with two engines: the 6.2-liter gasoline-powered V8 found in the upgraded SVT Raptor, which puts out 385 horsepower and 405 pound-feet of torque, or an all-new, Ford-designed 6.7-liter turbo-diesel V8 producing 390 hp and a pavement pummeling 735 lb-ft of twist (at 1,600 rpm). The latter engine in the F450 is able to tow some 24,400 pounds and has a maximum payload of 4,920 pounds. The F350, which is the closest competitor to the Chevrolet, GMC or Ram equivalent, comes to the fight with 21,600 pounds of towing capacity and 6,520 pounds of payload (if you're curious why the F450's maxium payload is less than the F350's, check out this explanation half-way down the page). Each engine is mated to a 6R140 heavy-duty TorqShift six-speed automatic transmission. Our First Drive of the new King of the Hill will be forthcoming, but you can get all the details in the press release after the jump. Oh, and General Motors, there's a big ass ball in your court. Gallery: 2011 Ford Super DutyContinue reading 2011 Ford Super Duty power, towing specs released2011 Ford Super Duty power, towing specs released originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Chicago Preview: Ford rolls out production Transit Connect Electric and Taxi variants

- posted: 15.02.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/09/chicago-preview-ford-rolls-out-production-transit-connect-elect/ Filed under: Chicago Auto Show, Minivan/Van, Work, Ford, Specialty, Electric 2011 Ford Transit Connect Electric and Taxi models - click either image for high-res gallery Fresh off of its North American Truck of the Year win, Ford's Transit Connect commercial van range is set to grow by two. The Blue Oval will present the space-efficient runabout in production electric and taxi forms at tomorrow's Chicago Auto Show. The battery-powered version, unimaginatively dubbed Transit Connect Electric, is primarily intended as a fleet solution for intra-city use. The emissions-free vanlet has a range of up to 80 miles and can be recharged through either a 240-volt or 120-volt outlet. In Ford's words, the TCE is "ideal for fleet owners that have well-defined routes of predictable distances and a central location for daily recharging," and we can see it being a great fit for utility companies and urban-only delivery services and such. Despite the added bulk within the chassis of the electric powertrain and battery, Ford says the transit connect will still have the same 135 cubic feet of cargo space, including 72.6 inches of load length. The Transit Connect Electric clearly isn't designed for home use, although Ford officials admitted to us that a few might get pressed into service in that capacity. Still, those looking for a battery-electric solution for their driveway would probably be better off waiting for the Focus Electric, a model slated for 2011. While the average consumer is unlikely to catch a ride in Ford's Transit Connect Electric, we're betting that you'll have a very good chance at planting your posterior in Dearborn's new taxi package model in the next few years, especially as the company's ubiquitous Crown Victoria cab is marked for extinction. The Transit Connect Taxi will be powered by the same 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine as the TC that's already on the market, but Ford will offer engine prep packages to convert the vehicle to run on either compressed natural gas or propane fuels. Even without the conversion kits, the gas-powered TC is said to be 30 percent more fuel-efficient than current taxis. Unlike the Crown Vic, the Blue Oval promises that the taxi package will be available with a version of Ford Work Solutions that will also include high-speed Internet and navigation. In addition, Ford is working with suppliers to offer rear-seat entertainment packages and a credit-card swipe pay station for passengers. In the prototype vehicle that we had the chance to sit in, there was an 8.4-inch screen in the back seat that offered everything from maps to a stock ticker, weather conditions, and cab fare. Rear legroom was a bit on the tight side, but ingress and egress was easier than other vehicles with the big sliders, and cargo capacity remains solid. The Transit Connect Taxi goes into production this year and will be earmarked as a 2011 model. High-res galleries below, official press releases for both vehicles available after the jump. Gallery: 2011 Ford Transit Connect Electric Gallery: 2011 Ford Transit Connect Taxi [Source: Ford] Continue reading Chicago Preview: Ford rolls out production Transit Connect Electric and Taxi variantsChicago Preview: Ford rolls out production Transit Connect Electric and Taxi variants originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Chicago 2010: Ford Transit Connect Electric uses the "Force"

- posted: 15.02.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/10/chicago-2010-ford-transit-electric-uses-the-force-drive/ Filed under: Chicago Auto Show, Minivan/Van, Work, Ford Ford Transit Connect Electric - Click above for high-res image gallery As expected, Ford brought the latest (and greatest?) incarnations of the Transit Connect utility van to the Chicago Auto Show today. The battery-powered Transit Connect Electric was up first, perhaps because it fits so well into Ford's strategy of vehicle electrification (see also: Focus Electric coming next year, followed by a plug-in hybrid and a next-gen hybrid in 2012). At the very least, this is Ford's first battery-powered vehicle, said product development vice president Derrick Kuzak. The practical and battery-powered delivery van (the standard version was named the North American Truck of the Year this year) uses a powertrain developed with help from Azure Dynamics Corporation. Called Force Drive, the 55 kW system uses a 28 kWh lithium ion battery pack from Johnson Controls-Saft, has a 75 mile per hour top speed and can drive up to 80 miles on a charge. Will these specs be enough for customers? Praveen Cherian, program manager for the Transit Connect Electric, said in a statement that: We're excited about the potential for our electrified vehicles. People were a little hesitant about hybrid technology at first, but now they accept it and embrace it. We expect the same will be true of electric vehicles. The Transit Connect Electric goes on sale in the U.S. later this year, so we'll find out soon. More details after the jump. Gallery: Ford Transit Connect Eletric at Chicago Auto Show Photos by Drew Phillips, Sebastian Blanco / Copyright (C)2010 Weblogs, Inc. [Source: Ford]Continue reading Chicago 2010: Ford Transit Connect Electric uses the "Force"Chicago 2010: Ford Transit Connect Electric uses the "Force" originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Chicago 2010: 2011 Chevrolet Silverado Heavy Duty ups the ante

- posted: 15.02.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/10/chicago-2010-2011-chevrolet-silverado-heavy-duty-ups-the-ante/ Filed under: Chicago Auto Show, Truck, Work, Chevrolet, Off-Road 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD - Click above for high-res image gallery Identified by its new power dome hood, a styling throwback, the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD arrived at the Chicago Auto Show riding on an all-new ladder frame, suspension, and axles - about the only carry-over part is the front stabilizer bar link that connects the stabilizer bar to the lower control arm. Maximum towing capacity is up to 20,000 pounds with the DRW Duramax diesel and fifth wheel combo (yes, that trumps the Ford F-Series Super Duty F-350 apples to apples). The gasoline-fed SRW 6.0-liter V-8 engine will pull 14,500 pounds with a fifth wheel. In addition to the beefy hood, the front bumper has been revised with a larger emblem and a more gaping intake - designed to improve transmission cooling. Other improvements include 17-inch wheels (standard) or optional new 18- or 20-inch alloys. The dual rear-wheel tires are still 17-inch, but they now accommodate taller aspect ratio tires. The improvements for 2011 are all good news for heavy duty truck buyers with the exception of the wheel bolt pattern - the eight-lug hub has a slightly different measurement meaning 2007-10 wheels simply won't fit. See the rest of the details in the press release after the break. Gallery: 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD at Chicago Auto Show Photos by Drew Phillips / Copyright (C)2010 Weblogs, Inc.Continue reading Chicago 2010: 2011 Chevrolet Silverado Heavy Duty ups the anteChicago 2010: 2011 Chevrolet Silverado Heavy Duty ups the ante originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Chicago 2010: Hybrid chassis shows differences between old and new Silverado HD

- posted: 15.02.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/11/chicago-2010-hybrid-chassis-shows-differences-between-old-and-n/ Filed under: Chicago Auto Show, Truck, Work, Chevrolet Old and new Chevrolet Silverado HD chassis combined - Click above for high-res image gallery No, Chevrolet's new Silverado HD will not be available as a hybrid. The hybrid we're talking about is this chassis on display at the Chicago Auto Show that is constructed of both the previous generation and the new 2011 Silverado HD. The combined chassis is split right down the middle and shows just how much the 2011 model has been improved from the previous model. Starting with the front suspension, the 2011 Silverado HD receives beefier upper and lower control arms along with larger torsion bars and steering gear. The front axle can now handle up to 6,000 pounds of gross weight, which means that every HD model can bear the weight of a snow plow. Moving through the rest of the display, you can see the all new frame that utilizes 11 fully boxed assemblies that make sure of higher strength steel. The result is that the new chassis has five times more torsional strength than it did before and 92 percent better bending resistance. At the rear, the Silverado HD benefits from a new, larger asymmetrical leaf spring design that offers improved handling and load capabilities. General Motors is quick to point out that the truck's maximum 6,335-pound payload and 20,000-pound towing capacity (using a fifth-wheel hitch) are both better than the Dodge Ram 3500 HD and the Ford F350 Super Duty. Finally, the Silverado HD has been upgraded with 14-inch brake rotors both front and rear, a heavy-duty trailer hitch and a 36-gallon fuel tank that, when combined with the improved fuel economy, allows for 680 highway miles on a single tank. You can see the differences in detail in the high-res gallery below, or click here for even more details and photos of the 2011 Silverado HD. Gallery: Old and new Silverado HD chassis combined Photos by Drew Phillips / Copyright (C)2010 Weblogs, Inc.Chicago 2010: Hybrid chassis shows differences between old and new Silverado HD originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Chicago 2010: Even civil servants appreciate a nice ride

- posted: 15.02.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/11/chicago-2010-even-civil-servants-appreciate-a-nice-ride/ Filed under: Chicago Auto Show, Government/Legal, Work, Police/Emergency, Specialty Work vehicles at Chicago Auto Show - Click above for high-res image gallery According to one of Chicago's most famous poets, Carl Sandburg, it's the City of the Broad Shoulders. There has been some debate about exactly what he meant by that, but we'd like to think it has something to do with the spirit of selflessness in its citizens. When there is public need, Chicagoans respond. It's no surprise then that the Chicago Auto Show always features lots of first response vehicles, military rides and other service organization transportation. With so few big debuts to keep us busy this year, we found ourselves admiring the plethora of cars, trucks and "others," painted in fire engine red, black and white, or camo. We've assembled a gallery to show you what Chicagoans typically only get to see when there's a crisis. There are cop cars, fire engines, snow plows, military vehicles, quads, motorcycles and a lot else to check out in the gallery below. Gallery: Work Vehicles at Chicago Auto Show Live photos copyright (C)2010 Frank Filipponio/Weblogs, Inc.Chicago 2010: Even civil servants appreciate a nice ride originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Video: How not to right an overturned semi truck

- posted: 08.02.10
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/05/video-how-not-to-right-an-overturned-semi-truck/ Filed under: Etc., Safety, Videos, Work Click above to watch the video after the jump We've all seen semi trucks turned turtle on the freeway before, but as it turns out, the cleanup aftermath of a rollover can be as action-packed as the initial calamity. Said another way, If we ever run into an overturned hauler on a dangerous stretch of mountain road in Chile, we now at least know what not to do. digg_url = 'http://digg.com/odd_stuff/How_Not_to_Right_An_Overturned_Semi_Truck_Video'; Hit the jump to watch video of a semi that was flipped back over with a front-end loader in what is decidedly the wrong way. We don't want to spill all the beans here, but the post-jump video contains quite a bit of excitement - even if the camerawork isn't quite ready for Michael Bay. Enjoy the madness! [Source: YouTube]Continue reading Video: How not to right an overturned semi truckVideo: How not to right an overturned semi truck originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

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