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Tuesday, November 3 

Ford Releases F-150 SVT Raptor XT and 6.2 Liter V8 Option Details
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Just one year after Ford unveiled the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor at the SEMA show, Ford today is announcing the long-anticipated power figures for the all-new 6.2-liter premium V-8 engine now available in this ultimate high-speed off-road performance truck. When this optional powertrain in the Raptor arrives in showrooms in early 2010, the 6.2-liter V-8 will produce 411 hp and 434 ft.-lb. of torque, making Raptor the most powerful half-ton pickup available. Customers will now have the choice of two V-8 engines in the Raptor, Ford’s proven 5.4-liter Triton V-8 or the new 6.2-liter V-8, which can be ordered beginning Dec. 1, with an MSRP of $41,995 including destination and delivery.

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Monday, July 20 

Edge Releases “Edge Racing” Juice with Attitude Product for 2007.5-2009 Dodge 6.7L Cummins
More in: Dodge, Engine, Exhaust, General Motors, Nissan, Project JAKD | Comments | Permalink | 28,865 Views

Edge Products is proud to announce the release of the Edge Racing Juice with Attitude kit for the 2007-2009 Dodge 6.7L Cummins. Elevating performance to a new level, Edge Products is the first company to release a dedicated racing product for 6.7 owners with shift-on-the-fly capabilities, in-cab monitoring, real time safety features, and extreme horsepower gains.

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Wednesday, June 24 

Chrysler Group LLC Announces Organizational Structure of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge
More in: Classics, Engine, Kia | Comments | Permalink | 19,727 Views

As Chrysler Group LLC prepares to begin operations, the new company formed in alliance with Fiat announced an organizational restructuring to focus on the Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge and Mopar® brands. The new leaner, flatter structure is intended to restore brand promise and dealer confidence. All appointments are effective immediately. “I personally feel privileged to have the opportunity to lead the new Chrysler and to work with senior management to build this company and our great brands into all we know they can and should be,” said Sergio Marchionne, who today was named Chief Executive Officer of Chrysler Group LLC. “That effort starts with leadership.”

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Monday, April 27 

Ford Work Solutions Delivers Capability With Minimal Distractions
More in: Ford | Comments | Permalink | 16,196 Views

For years, truck capability has been measured in maximum towing and payload ratings. Ford Work Solutions adds another dimension of capability for commercial truck owners by delivering fully integrated mobile office functionality on the job site – an industry first. Ford Work Solutions features were developed through hands-on research with contractors and skilled tradespeople in multiple markets around the country. The features and their functionality were also created under the auto industry's voluntary guidelines to limit driver distraction.

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General Motors Kills Pontiac Officially, LIVE Webcast
More in: General Motors | Comments | Permalink | 11,722 Views

General Motors today presented an updated Viability Plan that will speed the reinvention of GM's U.S. operations into a leaner, more customer-focused, and more cost-competitive automaker. The Viability Plan is included in an exchange offer whereby GM is offering certain bondholders shares of GM common stock and accrued interest in exchange for certain outstanding notes.

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Wednesday, March 4 

Ford Offers Three New Commercial Pickup Trucks
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Ford Motor Company has an expanded presence at the National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) show to showcase three new commercial vehicle offerings, further bolstering its market-leading product portfolio. “These new commercial vehicles demonstrate our ‘One Ford’ strategy by harnessing the best of our global products, adapting our existing resources to new market opportunities and combining innovative technologies to better deliver on the needs of our customers and end-users,” said Mark Fields, Ford’s president of The Americas.

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Monday, December 22 

New 2010 Chevrolet Equinox Is Built For All Seasons
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Chevrolet unveiled the all-new 2010 Equinox, a compact crossover that blends distinctive design with outstanding efficiency. A new, 2.4L direct injection engine helps the Equinox deliver expected best-in-segment estimated highway fuel economy of 30 mpg (EPA certification pending) – a 25-percent improvement over the previous model. Chevrolet expects nearly two-thirds of customers will choose the efficient, 2.4L engine. The new Equinox draws its exterior design inspiration from the Chevrolet Malibu sedan and Traverse crossover; and like those vehicles, the new Equinox complements its styling with attention to detail and unexpected features, according to Ed Peper, GM North America vice president, Chevrolet.

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Wednesday, November 19 

The Blog Is Officially Back Online
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Truckblog is back online! Our network of websites including Muscle Car Blog and Truck Hownd, were down for maintenance all last week and received a new server upgrade at the same time. You will notice the site runs a lot faster because of the changes! There are a few bugs still being worked out but a majority of the website should be running smoothly. If not, let us know by going to our contact page.

Wednesday, September 24 

2009 Dodge Ram 1500 “Never Backs Down From a Challenge”
More in: Chrysler, Dodge | Comments | Permalink | 33,712 Views

The Dodge brand challenges the convention of the truck segment with the game-changing all-new 2009 Dodge Ram and a game-changing marketing launch that connects with consumers through new forms of content, new distribution channels and targeting tools. Unconventional components of the launch include leveraging consumer fascination with the reality television show genre by partnering with award-winning action adventure director Tony Scott to create a first-of-its-kind, long-form reality competition; innovative brand integrations and unique partnerships with three key networks – NBC, FOX and Yahoo!; election night (Nov. 4) homepage takeovers on AOL, MSN and Yahoo!; and a multi-layered media strategy to target, engage and entertain consumers.

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Thursday, August 28 

Auto Meter Presents Midwest Motorsports Festival
More in: Performance, Racing | Comments | Permalink | 24,514 Views

“It is going to happen and it will be one of the great Performance Motorsports events in the region with programs for everyone ranging from the Novice Driver to the experienced Pro” those are the words of Joe Hill Event Director for the upcoming Midwest Motorsports Festival presented by Auto Meter at Blackhawk Farms Raceway, October 11 & 12, 2008. With over $60,000 in cash, prizes, trophies and awards to be distributed to the participants this event offers one of the most exciting formats for everyone interested in motorsports. – DrSpeed

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Ford Tests Prove Eco Driving Can Improve Fuel Economy By 24 Percent
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Tests performed by Ford Motor Company show that motorists coached by eco-driving experts can significantly improve the fuel economy performance of their cars, trucks or SUVs. Eco-driving refers to specific driving behaviors that can improve fuel economy, save money, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote safe driving. Ford and Phoenix-based Pro Formance Group have teamed up to pilot an eco-driving program for fleet customers. The program would employ certified master trainers to deliver hands-on coaching to maximize mileage in everyday driving.

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Wednesday, August 27 

The Fast And The Furious 4 Trailer Hits The Intarweb
More in: Cadillac, Chevrolet, Hummer, Off-Road, SUV, Website | Comments | Permalink | 57,160 Views

Starring the originals Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster, "The Fast and the Furious 4" certainly looks to be as action packed as the original but this time including more trucks into the scene. In the trailer, you'll see two old Chevrolet 2500 Crew Cab flat bed trucks that have been heavily modified and feature NOS tanks, an indestructible black Hummer H2, Cadillac Escalades, a Chevrolet pre-runner desert truck flying through the air, and more. The movie is set to release next summer and I hope it will be as good as the original. Check out the trailer inside, there's also a high definition version.

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Wednesday, July 23 

Raser Developing 100 MPG Plug-In Hybrid Light Truck
More in: Chrysler, Dodge, Engine, Exhaust, Fuel, General Motors, Hyundai | Comments | Permalink | 40,782 Views

Raser Technologies today announced it is developing a 100 mile per gallon (mpg) light truck in addition to a 100 mpg SUV. Raser’s plug-in electric drive system is designed to allow light trucks such as the Chevy Silverado, Ford F-150, or Dodge Ram to achieve over 100 mpg in typical local daily driving with near zero emissions, by using electricity instead of petroleum as the primary fuel.

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Wednesday, June 18 

Ford To Export More Than $800 Million In Vehicles To China
More in: Fuel, Mazda, Suzuki | Comments | Permalink | 20,473 Views

Ford Motor Company will begin exporting additional automotive products and transmission parts to China, thanks to agreements signed in Washington, D.C., today. The total value of the pact is estimated to be more than $800 million. In one of the company’s largest export agreements, Ford will sell more than 30,000 North American-built vehicles in China, starting in 2009. Ford also will begin supplying transmission components and parts this year to its passenger car joint venture in China – Changan Ford Mazda Automobile Co., Ltd.

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Tuesday, June 17 

Stacey David's GearZ Marathon To Air Sunday, July 6
More in: Celebrity, Chevrolet, Classics, Dodge, Ford, General Motors, Jeep, New Products, Off-Road, Toyota, Website | Comments | Permalink | 73,798 Views

Attention all you GearheadZ out there! Due to the overwhelming popularity of Stacey David's GearZ, SPEED TV recently announced their first marathon airing of GearZ on Sunday, July 6th beginning at 10:30 A.M. EST, and running through 3:30 P.M. with 11 back to back episodes! For those of you who can't get enough of Stacey's affable personality, and easy to understand, hands-on approach to everything automotive, this marathon's for you! Whether you're a novice, a weekend tinkerer or a high-end automotive restorer, end your fourth of July weekend with Stacey, and get ready to go out and build something!

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Thursday, May 29 

General Motors Slashes Jobs Too, Eliminates Two Truck Lines
More in: Chevrolet, General Motors, GMC, Layoffs | Comments | Permalink | 30,736 Views

General Motors has also announced this morning that two more shifts will be eliminated from two Michigan factories which produce the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra model pickup trucks. The two factories affected are located in Pontiac and Flint, Michigan. GM spokesman Tony Sapienza commented in an interview, "Before the strike at American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings Inc., the Flint plant was running three shifts and Pontiac running two...It's market demand". Hopefully market demand will come back sooner than later. Reported by Detroit News.

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Thursday, May 15 

Nissan And Infiniti Day Coming May 17 Hosted By Stillen
More in: Infiniti, Nissan, SUV, Website | Comments | Permalink | 30,580 Views

It is that time again! STILLEN is excited to invite all Nissan and Infiniti owners to attend our annual Customer Appreciation day. We have been holding these events for over 10 years and each year it gets bigger and bigger. Last year we had nearly 800 customized cars and trucks in attendance. In the past we have shut down 250 yards of Airway Avenue in front of our headquarters. This year, we have gone to the city of Costa Mesa and extended that an additional 100 yards, over 3 football fields long, plus our parking lot full of Nissan and Infiniti Trucks, SUVs and cars. Make sure you get here early, we are opening the outside lot first and once space is gone, you'll have to search for parking outside of the event.

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Tuesday, April 22 

Earth Day, Every Day: Ford Reduces Its Global Manufacturing Enviornmental Footprint
More in: Engine, Ford, Fuel, Hybrid | Comments | Permalink | 25,382 Views

Earth Day (April 22) is a time to reflect on what society is doing to address climate change and energy security, and a reminder that preserving the earth is the responsibility of all who use it. As part of Ford Motor Company’s commitment to do its part, the company is dramatically improving the efficiency of its manufacturing operations worldwide and increasing the use of renewable or “green” energy sources.

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Thursday, April 17 

BFT Video: Case No. 73: Fancy Coffee Infraction
More in: Ford, Website | Comments | Permalink | 20,051 Views

The following video was developed by Ford and BFTrules.com, as a collaboration to promote their Built Ford Tough ad campaign and slogan. The "BFT" team, seeks out individuals that are violating their code of conduct, and in this episode, CASE #073- FANCY COFFEE INFRACTION, the "BFT" team intercepts a Super Duty owner with "Fancy coffee", which is number six in their code of conduct- No Fancy Coffee.

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Wednesday, March 5 

Fab Fours Inc Toyota FJ Cruiser Rear Bumper With Tire Carrier
More in: Exterior, New Products, SUV, Toyota | Comments | Permalink | 32,511 Views

Fab Fours Inc. are now offering a rear bumper assembly for the Toyota FJ Cruiser. The rear off road bumper is built with a tire carrier, and features a stylish appearance, with integrated D-ring mounts.

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Tuesday, February 19 

Mopar Makes Customizing Jeeps Easy With New System
More in: Exterior, Jeep, New Products, Suspension | Comments | Permalink | 65,033 Views

Mopar is now making it easier for Jeep customers to modify their future vehicle, using their computerized ordering system called EASy, which stands for Electronic Accessory System.

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Thursday, September 20 

Lebra Introduces Roll-Up Soft Tonneau Cover
More in: Bed & Cargo, New Products | Comments | Permalink | 50,766 Views

LeBra now offers its superb fit and protection capabilities "rolled-up" into a new soft tonneau cover. The LeBra Roll-Up is a customized, top-mounting tonneau that is operated much like a spool. To access the bed, simply roll the tonneau up and securely fasten it into place with an integrated buckle strap. Cargo is covered by rolling the tonneau out and securing it using a Velcro fastening system and spring-loaded latches.

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Monday, September 17 

Baja Designs Releases New Light Mounts
More in: Exterior, New Products, Off-Road, Racing | Comments | Permalink | 87,028 Views

Baja Designs Inc has announced the release of their Single Fuego Light Mounting Clamp and the Fuego A-Pillar Mount. These newest additions to the Soltek line of Fuego accessories, make installation of Baja Designs' popular 4” light even easier. "These new Mounting Clamps allow you to install the 4" Fuego light almost anywhere on your vehicle," said Deanne Moore, CEO of Baja Designs. "These two-piece lightweight billet aluminum clamps totally eliminate the hassle of welding and allow for painless installation or removal."

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Thursday, July 12 

Diamondback Truck Covers ATV Solutions System
More in: Bed & Cargo, New Products, Off-Road | Comments | Permalink | 75,104 Views

DiamondBack Truck Covers ATV Solutions offer complete truck bed systems for the ATV enthusiast now including a new Short Bed Extension Kit for the ATV Solutions System.
The new Short Bed Extension Kit includes a redesigned bed extender. Made of 2’ x .125” square steel tubing (rather than round), the extender can be installed by one person. The new receiver-slotted bracket means no more sliding a pipe through a bracket – simply set the end of the bar into the receiver, drop the bar in, pin it, and you’re done. Click "full story" for more details.

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