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automotive1 year ago•4 min saved

"Ford's Gas-Fired Truck Onslaught: 144,000 Units Head to North American Dealers"

Ford Motor Co. is launching a new lineup of popular trucks, including the F-150 and Ranger, with a focus on hybrid options and new features. The company is celebrating the ramp up of shipments with "truck takeover" events at its manufacturing plants. The F-150 Powerboost hybrid, with a 7.4kW Pro Power onboard generator, has seen record hybrid deliveries, and the F-150 Lightning EV sales have increased despite a pause in deliveries for quality checks. The Maverick compact pickup, available in gas and hybrid options, has been selling quickly, and the new Ranger will feature a 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and a Raptor variant with 405 horsepower and 435 pounds of torque. Ford aims to ship over 100,000 new trucks by the end of April.

via Fox Business|

#automotive #ford #hybrid

accident1 year ago•1 min saved

Tragic Iowa Pickup Truck Collision Claims Bicyclist's Life

Wayne Wesley Hayes, 69, of Guthrie Center, died after being hit by a pickup while riding a bike on Highway 44 near Guthrie Center. The cyclist was towing a bicycle buggy at the time of the crash, and no other injuries were reported. Iowa State Patrol troopers are investigating the incident.

via KCCI Des Moines|

#accident #biking #guthrie-center

accidents2 years ago•1 min saved

Multiple Injuries and Fatalities in Minneapolis Bus Crashes

One person was killed and six others were injured in a crash involving a Metro Transit bus and a pickup truck in south Minneapolis. The pickup truck driver failed to obey a stop sign and collided with the bus, resulting in non-critical injuries to the bus passengers who were taken to hospitals for treatment.

via Star Tribune|

#accidents #crash #injuries

automotive2 years ago•1 min saved

"Nissan Unveils Retro-Inspired 2024 Frontier Hardbody Edition with Pricing"

Nissan has unveiled the 2024 Frontier Hardbody Edition, a special retro-inspired tribute to the popular compact Nissan hardbody pickup from the 1980s. The edition features '80s-inspired styling, including heritage styled wheels, black fenders and side rails, and retro graphics. The package costs an additional $3,890 on top of the Crew Cab SV 4x4 trim, bringing the total price to around $40,000. The 2024 Frontier also comes with updated standard tech features and a slight price increase of $200 to $29,770.

via Jalopnik|

#automotive #frontier #hardbody

accidents2 years ago•0 min saved

Fatal Crashes Claim Lives in Kansas City: Driver Pinned, Ejected, and Killed

A driver in Kansas City died after being pinned between the driver door of a black Ford F150 pickup and a tree in an apartment complex parking lot. The pickup, which was left in drive, suddenly accelerated and crashed into the tree line. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene, and the police are currently investigating the incident.

via Hays Post|

#accidents #driver #fatal-accident

accidents2 years ago•0 min saved

Fatal Crashes Involving Tractors and Semis in the Midwest

A woman from Kenyon, Minnesota died in a crash between a pickup and a tractor on Highway 56 in Goodhue County, just east of Northfield. The tractor was heading north on the highway while the pickup was heading south when the two collided. The 19-year-old man driving the tractor was not hurt.

via KVLY|

#accidents #crash #goodhue-county

automotive2 years ago•1 min saved

GM's Hummer EV Omega Edition: High Price and Delivery Issues

GMC has announced a limited release Omega Edition for both the Hummer EV pickup and SUV, featuring a signature Neptune Blue Matte paint, blacked-out badges and trim, removable transparent roof panels, unique 18-inch wheels, and an external Kicker brand audio system. The Omega Edition is an add-on to the top-of-the-line 3X grade and includes the Hummer EV's Extreme Off-Road Package as standard. The SUV is priced at $139,995 for the 830 hp version, and the pickup is priced at $149,995 for the 1,000 hp version. Deliveries of the Omega Edition trucks are not expected to begin until the first half of 2024.

via Fox News|

#automotive #gmc-hummer-ev #neptune-blue-matte-paint

automotive2 years ago•2 min saved

The Future of Nissan Titan: What's Next?

Nissan is reportedly planning to discontinue its full-size truck, the Titan, by 2024 or 2025. While there are no current plans for another full-size truck, rumors suggest that Nissan may be developing an electric midsize pickup, potentially a version of the Frontier. The Surf-Out concept, a small truck aimed at active lifestyles, was showcased by Nissan last year. The Titan is the last full-size truck with a standard V8 engine, and its discontinuation will leave a gap in the market.

via MotorBiscuit|

#automotive #electric-truck #frontier