News By Topic: Big Rigs

SCA Performance Launches Redesigned 2016 Chevrolet and GMC Black Widow

Mar 8, 2016

TRUSSVILLE, Ala., March 7, 2016 -- Specialty vehicles manufacturer, SCA Performance, the builder of the Chevy Reaper and SCA 571 truck designs, is proud to announce the newest edition to their flagship line of Black Widow trucks. Based on the proven 2016 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra platforms these new Black Wido ... Continue reading

Car Question? Get Straight Answers From The Auto Lab Saturday 8-10 AM

Mar 5, 2016

March 5, 2016 Car Question or Opinion? Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 Auto Lab is a 27 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio with advice for the New York area's 12 million peopl ... Continue reading

Bimbo Bakeries USA Deploys Roush Tech Propane Autogas Delivery Trucks +VIDEO

Mar 3, 2016

Baking industry leader reduces carbon footprint with alt fuel fleets in Chicago, Denver and Washington D.C. HORSHAM, PA - March 3, 2016: Bimbo Bakeries USA is delivering its bread and baked goods in vehicles fueled by emissions-reducing, domestically produced propane autogas. The company's 84 new Ford F-59 trucks, equi ... Continue reading

WEEKLY NHTSA RECALL SCORECARD: February 29, 2016

Feb 29, 2016

Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you. The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicl ... Continue reading

Caterpillar to End Production of On-Highway Vocational Trucks

Feb 26, 2016

PEORIA, Ill., Feb. 26, 2016 -- Caterpillar Inc. today announced it will discontinue production of its on-highway vocational trucks. Based on the current business climate in the truck industry and a thorough evaluation of the business, the company decided it would withdraw from this market. This is also in line with the ... Continue reading

Driver Rest Break Fix Would Ensure Uniform Safety Rules Nationwide

Feb 26, 2016

ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 25, 2016Today, American Trucking Associations leaders called on Congress to reject efforts by organized labor and trial attorneys that would impose a patchwork of state scheduling rules on the nation's foremost movers of goods. "A single set of consistent and fair regulations is essential to the tr ... Continue reading

Consumer Reports' 2016 Top Car and Truck Picks

Feb 23, 2016

Ford F-150 named top pickup truck for first time in 17 years YONKERS, NY — Seven new vehicles made Consumer Reports’ 2016 Annual Top Picks list—the Mazda MX-5 Miata, Kia Sorento, Toyota Sienna, Toyota Camry, Lexus RX, Honda Fit, and Ford F-150¬—in each of their respective categories. The redesign ... Continue reading

Hino Trucks Expands Nationwide Footprint

Feb 19, 2016

ONTARIO, Calif., Feb. 19, 2016 -- Hino Trucks, its local dealers and city officials gathered in Ontario, California to celebrate the grand opening of Hino's new California Parts Distribution Center (PDC) and Training Center. The addition of this combined facility to Hino's U.S. based operations is a part of a growing n ... Continue reading

2016 Chicago Auto Show Highlights By Steve and Thom, News, Photos and Video

Feb 15, 2016

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2016 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW By Steve Purdy and Thom Cannell The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau Photos by Thom Cannell Lede Photo Cannell_2016 Chicago_Intro-0122 The Chicago Auto Show claims to be the biggest in the country. They are accurate in terms of actual floor space (over a million square-feet) and number ... Continue reading

Ram Trucks Official Truck of Cabala's

Feb 15, 2016

Cabela and Ram Trucks Partnership Announced to include co-sponsored events Cabela’s and Ram Trucks announced today the two companies have entered into a partnership that has made Ram Trucks the official truck of Cabela’s. Under this partnership, Cabela’s and Ram Trucks will co-sponsor events, giveaways, ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALLS: February 15 - Air Bags, Air Bags, Air Bags, Chrysler, Subaru, Chevrolet, BMW, Audi,

Feb 15, 2016

NHTSA RECALLS: February 15 - Chrysler, Subaru, Chevrolet, BMW, Audi, Air Bags ... Continue reading

Nutson's Mega-Tweet Sized Auto News Factoids W/O February 8-14, 2016

Feb 14, 2016

* The Chicago Auto Show opened this week led by media previews. At the opening press breakfast, the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) announced that the 2016 Volvo XC90 has been named the winner of its sixth annual Family Vehicle of the Year award. During the keynote address from Mark LaNeve, vice president, ... Continue reading

THE 2016 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW OPENED TO THE PUBLIC TODAY FEB. 13

Feb 13, 2016

The Nation’s Largest Show Runs Feb. 13-21 CHICAGO (Feb. 13, 2016) – Taking center stage at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show will be more than 20 vehicles that made their world debut during the Media Preview this week including the Kia Niro, Ram Power Wagon, Nissan Armada, Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, Chevrolet Trax, Hyun ... Continue reading

SHERP ATV - Go Anywhere? DA! +VIDEO

Feb 12, 2016

Here is a short look at the fantastic Russian developed and built SHERP ATV. Powered by a 44.3 HP Kubota V1505-t diesel engine this ATV is based on the design and engineering skills of Aleksei Garagashian (renowned technologist). It will blow you away with its super go-anywhere ability. (see video). SHERP engineers hav ... Continue reading

2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Debut - 2016 Chicago Auto Show +VIDEO

Feb 11, 2016

2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Debut ... Continue reading