Wednesday, April 29, 2015

GMC Canyon Wins Cars.com Midsize Pickup Challenge



New premium midsize truck tops competitors’ capability, performance and materials




DETROIT – The all-new GMC Canyon was the top pick by the editors of Cars.com in a midsize pickup comparison test posted today.

The editors praised the Canyon SLT – the segment’s only premium entry – for its road manners and performance with a full load in the bed, as well as its design and “high-end materials,” in a side-by-side challenge with Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro and Nissan Frontier PRO-4X. The Chevrolet Colorado was also tested.

“The GMC Canyon scored well throughout our tests, and offered a capable and luxurious ride and feel that clearly separated the GMC from the rest of the pack,” said Cars.com Pickup Truck Editor Mark Williams.

The trucks were tested for a range of capabilities, including performance, seating and ergonomics, tech and entertainment, ride quality, visibility, value and off-road capability. The trucks were track-tested for braking and acceleration performance, subjected to a true off-road course, and took part in a 200-mile fuel-economy evaluation. Additionally, a pickup truck shopper unaffiliated with Cars.com tested each of the trucks for overall ride, comfort and features.

“Establishing a benchmark for a premium mid-size pickup was our goal with the Canyon and PickupTruck.com’s insights affirm our instincts,” said Duncan Aldred, vice president of GMC Sales and Marketing. “The Canyon’s quiet cabin, premium design and materials make it a maneuverable solution for customers who want the capability of a pickup with the modern amenities customers expect from GMC.”

In addition to Cars.com’s recognition, Canyon was named Autoweek’s Best of the Best Truck for 2015.

Canyon starts at $20,955 and is available in four-door extended- or crew-cab models. It offers the segment’s best horsepower and EPA-estimated fuel economy: 200 horsepower (149 kW) and 27 mpg highway (2WD) from a standard 2.5L I-4; and 305 horsepower (227 kW) and 26 mpg (2WD) from an available 3.6L V-6.

Canyon V-6 models offer a segment-leading maximum trailering rating of 7,000 pounds, as well as the G80 locking rear differential, for sure-footed traction in slippery conditions and when trailering.

Editors’ note: Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Includes dealer freight charges and option package discounts. Excludes other General Motors vehicles.


GMC has manufactured trucks since 1902, with innovation and engineering excellence built into all GMC vehicles. The brand is evolving to offer more fuel-efficient trucks and crossovers, including the Terrain small SUV and Acadia crossover. GMC’s highest-volume vehicle, the Sierra pickup, is the most powerful light-duty pickup on the market, and the first full-size pickup to receive the highest-possible five-star Overall Vehicle Score for safety since the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration changed its New Car Assessment Program for the 2011 model year. Details on all GMC models are available at http://www.gmc.com/, on Twitter at @thisisgmc or at http://www.facebook.com/gmc.

Saturday, April 25, 2015

All-New Ford F-150 Earns Top Spot Among Pickups in 2015 AAA Green Car Guide


The all-new Ford F-150 – the toughest, smartest, most capable F-150 ever – leads its segment as the greenest truck in the 2015 AAA Green Car Guide.

AAA selected the 2015 Ford F-150 SuperCab Lariat with EcoBoost® gasoline engine as its top choice. When equipped with the available 2.7-liter EcoBoost engine with standard Auto Start-Stop, the all-new F-150 4x2 returns EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined. Actual mileage will vary.

F-150 is part of Ford F-Series, America’s best-selling full-size truck for 38 straight years and America’s best-selling vehicle for 33 straight years.

Read more details at http://newsroom.aaa.com/2015/04/top-green-vehicle-2015-tesla-according-fifth-annual-aaa-green-car-guide/?sf37738971=1. AAA Green Car Guide winners were tested and scored by the Automobile Club of Southern California’s Automotive Research Center in 13 categories, including braking, fuel economy, emissions, handling and ride comfort.
About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Michigan, manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 187,000 employees and 62 plants worldwide, the company’s automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit http://corporate.ford.com.

Thursday, April 23, 2015

Rack-it Rack Installation on Toyota Tacoma Composite Bed



Robert Matzig, Production Manager for Rack-it Truck Racks, gives us a demonstration of how to install the Rack-it Truck Rack on the composite bed Toyota Tacoma pickup.

This is a unique product and the installation on the composite bed is somewhat different than a steel bed pickup. The video is very detailed shows the procedure as well.

See more about this product at http://rackitinc.com. 

Tuesday, April 21, 2015

2015 Ford F-150: From Seats to Bumpers, No Part Overlooked to Reduce Weight



DEARBORN, Mich., April 6, 2015 – Ford engineers responsible for the all-new F-150 were tasked with taking weight out of the truck while improving its capability to accomplish all of the work owners expect of the toughest, smartest, most capable and efficient F-150 ever. While many already know that the increased use of high-strength steel throughout the frame and the first-in-class military-grade, aluminum-alloy body led to approximately 450 pounds of weight savings, there’s more to the story, as engineers took approximately 250 pounds of additional weight from seats, bumpers and lots of other places. Every pound shaved from a variety of components returns capability back to the customer, so that the all-new F-150 can achieve its best-in-class payload of 3,300 pounds* and best-in-class towing of 12,200 pounds**. F-150 also offers a best-in-class EPA-estimated gasoline fuel economy rating†.

Class is full-size pickups under 8,500 pounds GVWR
*When properly equipped with 5.0-liter V8, 4x2
**When properly equipped with 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6, 4x2
†EPA-estimated rating of 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined, 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6, 4x2. Actual mileage will vary
About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Michigan, manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 187,000 employees and 62 plants worldwide, the company’s automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit http://corporate.ford.com.

Sunday, April 19, 2015

GMC Sierra Versus Heavy Duty Winches | GMC Pro Grade Protection



Watch as the GMC Sierra pickup truck is stretched four different ways with solid steel chains. That's Professional Grade.

For more information, visit http://www.gmc.com/sierra-1500-pickup...

Friday, April 17, 2015

Meet the Female Engineers Driving Ford


In celebration of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day,several of our leading female engineers share what they would say toinspire young women and girls to enter the STEM field.

“It’s OKto be feminine, and to be who you are. You don’t have to act like a manto be in a male-dominated field and relate to men.”

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Wednesday, April 15, 2015

CargoGlide helps Fastenal workers



This video demonstrates how CargoGlide helps Fastenal Industrial Supply workers and prevents damaged tailgates on Fastenal trucks.



Monday, April 13, 2015

Custom Truck Accessories - A Rack-it Dealer in Nevada

A Rack-it dealer in Nevada is Custom Truck Accessories with two locations. One at 385 Kietzke Lane in Reno and the other is 3244 S Carson Street in Carson City, Nevada.



Visit their website at http://www.customtruckaccessories.com/. Can call them in Reno at 775-329-5111 and in Carson City, call them at 775-885-8111.

Rack-it Truck racks are only sold through authorized dealers.

Saturday, April 11, 2015

DECKED Truck Bed Organizer and Storage System - ABTL Auto Extras



The DECKED truck bed organizing system was really born out of the fact that many pickup owners live their lives out of the back of their trucks. The initial goal was to build something made in America, spatially efficient, ergonomic, and weather proof. The DECKED system is comprised of a set of waterproof drawers that can each hold up to 200 lbs. and run on rollers. You still keep some of the utility by having room on top of the DECKED system to load items.

Thursday, April 9, 2015

Get Extra Protection with the Upgraded Rack-it Powder Coat Option


Media Blast Pretreatment + Primer Coat + Top Coat + Clear Coat - Pre treatment increases adhesion of the powder coat to the metal. This is the best finish solution available through Rack-it. We begin by media blasting the entire surface of the rack. This process provides good bonding of the coating to the material due to the surface profile left by the blast media.




In the upgraded powder coating process, a uniform mixture of electrostatically charged powder particles containing plastic resins and pigments (that impart color) is sprayed on a pretreated metal surface. It is then cured in an oven. In the oven, the powder goes through a gel and hardening stage that ensures a uniform, drip free surface.

Tuesday, April 7, 2015

MrTruck reviews Ram 2014 HD Hemi 6.4L towing trailers in the Rockies



(http://www.MrTruck.com) reviewing new 6.4L Hemi in the 2014 Ram HD 2500 towing Logan Coach trailer in the Rockies. Using the Ram Box and bed cargo management to load ATV with Oxlite Bull Ramp and Shock Straps. Receiver hitch extension and drop stinger. Hauling horses in the mountains, Estes Park.

Sunday, April 5, 2015

The Work Truck Show 2015



A record-setting 11,005 industry professionals from all 50 states, eight Canadian provinces and 23 countries turned out for The Work Truck Show® 2015, North America’s largest work truck event. This breaks the Show’s previous attendance record of 10,408 set in 2012. The Work Truck Show 2015 was held March 4–6, with educational sessions and the concurrent Green Truck Summit kicking off March 3, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. It is produced annually by NTEA – The Association for the Work Truck Industry. Learn more at worktruckshow.com

Friday, April 3, 2015

2015 GMC Sierra Denali: A big rig for the boss



Hooniverse.com's Jeff Glucker typically drives fast and/or luxurious machines, so it was quite a change of pace to spend time with a heavy-duty pickup truck. The 2015 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 HD isn't just a truck though...

Still, the diesel engine offered gobs of power and and the interior is as nice as a brand-new Escalade.

Wednesday, April 1, 2015

Universal Racks - Series 5000U and 6000U



Built on the same design platform as our fully-welded / make and model specific headache racks, these new Series 5000 and 6000 Universal Headboards are designed to fit multiple vehicles.

The adjustment is found via a 3 inch slotted channel, which we have welded onto the angle iron mounting foot. This allows fitment onto multiple vehicle applications. Finished with a textured black powder coat, these Universal Headboard systems are perfect for your vehicle.

Features:
  • Schedule 10 steel pipe construction
  • Rope hooks allow for quick and easy tie-downs
  • Universal slotted mounting system allows for use on multiple vehicles
  • 6000U comes with an expanded metal mesh screen for MAXIMUM Cab protection
  • Durable powder coat finish
  • UPS and FedEx shippable