It sounds like Chrysler is pulling a General Motors and will be removing corporate references to HEMI to portray a “greener” image. The 5.7L v8 will be called exactly that, without the historical reference to the horsepower laden, tire melting HEMI that once was. But, the engine will still be available, as a HEMI, in [...]
Staged accidents are where unscrupulous slime target innocent individuals by staging an accident, sometimes with more than one vehicle involved, and then attempting to defraud the innocent person’s insurance company. This not only costs the insurance companies but also the innocent persons who have been targeted by such a shady, and dangerous, racket. The number [...]
There have been at least 200 complaints from owners of 1999 – 2003 Ford Windstar minivans who have had their rear axles break. It appears that most of these events occur in the 100,000 – 150,000 mile range and a Ford representative has stated that it poses no immediate safety issue since the vehicle is [...]
Last week Ford’s DigiKnows brought you their 5th live episode discussing the background of technology behind Ford’s Work Solutions. This week host Michael Collins will be interviewing Kim Cape and Andrew Ashman, Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Marketing Managers, to discuss Ford’s commitment to offering peace of mind to Americans who are considering the purchase of [...]
Our favorite gadget blog, Gizmodo, had the chance to review Autonet’s 3G In-Car Wi-Fi Router which is offered as an option on all Chrysler vehicles including Jeep and Dodge trucks. The router costs $500 dollars which includes installation), plus $30 dollars per month for service (1 GB cap). According to their review, the service does [...]
Chevrolet today announced pricing for the 2009 Silverado Hybrid – the only full-size hybrid pickup on the market. It starts at $38,995, including a $975 destination charge, for 2WD models with the 1HY package. The MSRP does not reflect a $2,200 federal tax credit that applies to many customers who purchase the Silverado Hybrid. The [...]
Just in case you crawled under a rock last week and did not get the memo about our SEMA coverage, this weeks “Monday Morning Recap” is comprised of our SEMA coverage from last week including the launch of Ford’s SVT Raptor F-150 and sighting of the 2009 Ford F-150 Harley Davidson Edition. Motorz also launched [...]
Off Road Evolution’s EVO Crawler Jeep is one slick offroading vehicle. The suspension has been upgraded with EVO coil overs for the front and rear, EVO custom bump stop, skid plate, drive shaft, fenders, and axles. A custom ARB bumper occupies the front end with winch assembly. Tags: Live, SEMA
When you attended your “Monday meeting” this morning did your boss ask everyone “is this good for the company?” in reference to any negative actions that occurred around the workplace lately, just like Bill Lumbergh does in “Office Space”? Searching for the latest apps on iTunes for your iPhone or checking your email for hours [...]
DiamondBack Truck Covers has established a reputation for being the best in truck covers that are As Tough As Your Truck™. Now DiamondBack Truck Covers is proud to introduce the new DiamondBack-X cover in cooperation with LINE-X Protective Coatings. This new DiamondBack cover is an enhanced version of the original patented DiamondBack HD (Heavy Duty) [...]
K&N Engineering Inc of Riverside, California, are the performance experts when it comes to automotive intake and filteration systems, offering bolt-on kits for all common cars, trucks and SUV’s. Due to their ease of installation, we opted for a FIPK performance air intake system on Project Truckblog, a 2005 Ford F-150 5.4L V8 pickup truck. [...]
The Nissan Xterra, created as tough, essential gear designed to inspire and facilitate outdoor enthusiasts’ activities wherever they go, receives a number of enhancements for the 2009 model year – including a redesigned front end appearance, new Roof-Mounted Off-Road Lights (Off-Road only), new wheel designs, new seat materials and colors (with leather-appointed seats standard on [...]
