Chevrolet recently uploaded a promotional video on YouTube to showcase their upcoming graphics packages for the 2010 Camaro and allow fans to vote for the vehicle via their Facebook page. If you look closely in the background and turn on HD mode, you'll notice something in the works of a new pickup truck. When I did this I was able to read the rendered artwork which states "Silverado Baja Offroad Vehicle". It looks as if Chevrolet is trying to contend with Ford's 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor and our guess is that Chevrolet will release a concept vehicle at the 2009 SEMA Show showing off the new offroad truck. Stay tuned.
The crew at K-Daddyz Kustomz has applied their street influence with a touch of urban luxury to this Ford F-150. Staying true to their “In Your Face” style of building, this truck boasts 24-inch wheels with a radical air bag suspension. The custom two-tone paint grabs your attention while remaining classy. And in case you really need to get there quickly, the 5.4-liter supercharged engine will deliver. Whether drawing crowds at a show or turning heads on the boulevard, this F-150 plays for keeps. After all, it’s Built Ford Tough.
A company by the name of Sean Hyland Motorsports are tearing the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor apart and making the truck much more badass for customers across the U.S. Hyland is adding a supercharger to the base F-150 5.4 engine which produces over 750 horsepower and 700 foot pounds of torque as well as a 6 speed manual or a 4 speed automatic transmission. Other upgrades include a fuel system, cooling system, exhaust, suspension, wheels, and tires.
The truck will be available for purchase this Fall.
Production of the Highlander sport utility vehicle, Toyota’s 12th North American-built model, began today at the company’s plant in Princeton, Indiana. The $450 million investment is part of the adjustments Toyota began last year in order to better utilize manufacturing capacity. Production of the Tundra pickup, originally in Indiana, was consolidated last fall in the Tundra plant in Texas. Since then Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana (TMMI), which also builds the Sienna and Sequoia, has been preparing for the Highlander.
In partnership with Ford Motor Company, MOTORZ TV is giving away a pair of tickets to the 2009 SEMA Show in Las Vegas (provided by M80 Marketing on behalf of Ford) which takes place 11/3-11/6. The giveaway ends October 28, 2009 (next Wednesday). This is open to the general public!
A company by the name of Late Model Restoration are gaining some attention on the web with their less-than-modified 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. The company removed the side graphics off of the truck revealing a much "cleaner" stance for some. Either way, the truck is grabbing some attention across the net as anticipation for the pickup truck finally arrives at dealer lots. What are your thoughts?
Last week the big announcement that MOTORZ TV will be live at the SEMA Show hit the news, and it gets even better this week with a brand new announcement that you'll be interested in if you can't make it to Las Vegas for this year's SEMA Show!
The entire 3-day-long event will be streamed live (audio & video) to the MOTORZ TV website so you can not only see and hear everything that goes on, but get a bit of a behind-the-scenes look as well!
Value is enhanced on all 2010 Tundra models with the addition of standard and optional exterior, mechanical, safety and convenience features including an all-new 4.6-liter i-FORCE V8 engine. Two new packages for 2010 include the Tundra Platinum Package and Tundra Work Truck. All 2010 Tundra models receive a redesigned front grille and tail lamps. The Tundra grade will have a new two-bar grille design and the Limited grade will be equipped with a unique billet-style grille. Additional standard equipment on all Tundra models includes driver and front passenger knee airbags, height-adjustable headlamps, and a redesigned seven-pin towing hitch connector that sits above the hitch to help avoid damage during high departure angle driving. A shelf to help organize storage space has been added to the lower glove box. Two new colors, Sandy Beach Metallic and Spruce Mica, replace Desert Sand and Timberland Mica.
The last video has landed from Ford's 2011 Super Duty video series and is called Power Take Off. It's not the traditional power launch we're used to, but instead a new technology that has been introduced that generates power from the transmission itself...enough to power a snow plow, salt spreaders, and more. Very interesting technology.
Our second to last video from Ford's 2011 Super Duty video series takes a look at the New Turbocharger. Mike Rowe explains the nitty gritty about the new turbocharger from it's central position on the engine to a dual compressor wheel with single shaft design. It's only 52 seconds long but there's a lot of information packed in.
The NHTSA is looking into 8 reports regarding the Ford F-150 where the airbag has deployed unnecessarily and may effect up to half a million trucks. Those effected in the accidents said the airbag deployed "during ignition or seconds after the engine had started". Ford is working closely with the NHTSA to fix the problem.
The 5th episode from the 2011 Ford Super Duty video series focuses on Durability and the "toughness" that goes into each truck. This video is a bit shorter at 1 minute but highlights the details that make each truck durable.
Superlift Suspensions and Hot Wheels have teamed up to create a custom Ford F-150 for the 2010 SEMA Show this year. The truck features a 6 inch Superlift suspension kit, 20x9 American Outlaw wheels with 35 inch BFGoodrich Mud Terrain tires. Other upgrades include custom "Hot Wheels" graphics to match the toy, Bushwascker fender flares, AMP Research power steps, Magnaflow exhaust, and a Kicker audio system.
Today's episode from the 2011 Ford Super Duty video series is called Extreme Weather Testing, where we take an in depth look of the extreme measures Ford takes as part of the development of their trucks. Here's Episode 4: Extreme Weather Testing.
GMinsidenews have uncovered details stating that the next generation Silverado and Sierra HD pickup trucks will “have a completely new chassis and a new Duramax diesel with 2010 emissions". Vice President of Chevrolet Global Brand Brent Dewar spilled the details during a recent interview. "We are coming with a next generation Silverado and Sierra HD next year". Brian Goebel, a Chevrolet spokesman also confirmed the news, stating "We will have very significant enhancements, including the chassis, on top of the powertrain changes next year".
The third video from Ford's 2011 Super Duty series is called The Voice of the Customer. Hosted by Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs, the video series takes a look at the development, technology, and extensive testing Ford placed into every category of the new truck. Here's Episode 3: The Voice of the Customer.
It seems Mike Levine from Pickuptrucks has uncovered information from Chrysler regarding their next generation Dodge Ram Hemi Hybrid, stating in a recent interview that the "The hybrid Ram is still on track for 2010". There's no word however whether or not the hybrid option will use the same technology found in the Dodge Durango or Chrysler Aspin SUV's.
Today we are showing Ford's second video, The Powertrain, from their behind the scenes series. Hosted by Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs, the video series takes a look at the development, technology, and extensive testing Ford placed into every category of the new truck. Here's Episode 2: The Powertrain.
