heavy-duty trucks

2020 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD: News, Design, Platform, Release

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2020 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD

Chevy pulled recently the wraps off the redesigned Silverado 2500 and 3500 and showed how the new models look in several trim versions. However, Chevy remained tight-lipped about the specs and equipment the new models will offer while said the new V-8 engine and transmission system will go on sale with the new generation Silverado…

2020 Ford F-350: News, Updates, Options

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2020 Ford F-350

After the series of the all-new, light-duty trucks landed in the showrooms early this year as the 2019 models, the things are now getting hotter in the heavy-duty segment. General Motors revealed recently the all-new Silverado HD while the near-twin GMC Sierra HD should also come in front of the public soon. Ram is also finalizing the Ram HD models for the debut in early 2019. But, the leading brand in the industry will also respond on the redesigned competitors with the refreshed Super Series.

Ford’s heavy-duty trucks have been testing for a while and several times were caught on the camera. Spotted in deferent configurations, including the one-ton 2020 Ford F-350, the new models should bring light visual upgrades while more changes should appear in the powertrain range.

Ford is still keeping all details about the refreshed Super Duty models in the dark but as the latest reports claim the mid-upgrade could bring some replacements in the engine range while the heavy-duty, 10-speed automatic transmission should also debut. The prototype versions seem also to hide some visual modifications and Ford will also update the tech features.

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2019 Ram Power Wagon: Specs, Running gear, Price

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2019 Ram Power Wagon

The buyers who need the towing and hauling capabilities of the heavy-duty truck but will spend more time off pavement on muddy and harsh roads also expect serious off-road skills. Ram’s trucks have many talents but when it comes to the off-road abilities, the Ram Power Wagon is brand’s heavy-weight, top off-roader. This model comes with the Hemi V-8 engine combined with a heavy-duty off-road hardware but still is compliant with the paved roads. The model also has the strong presence and unique look and interior.

The Power Wagon uses the Ram 2500 HD Crew Cab as the base and debuted at the 2017 Chicago Auto Show. On the other hand, the light-duty Ram 1500 switched to the new chapter for the 2019 model year and brand is now shifting the course to the heavy-duty models which will arrive as the all-new models in a year or two. Having that in mind, we shouldn’t expect the 2019 Ram Power Wagon with big changes.

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2019 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD: Specs and Design

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2019 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD

The GMC Sierra HD trucks are comfortable, quiet and capable heavy-duty models available in many configuration options. For the 2017 model year, the heavy-duty haulers received the upgraded V-8 turbodiesel engine combined with the more efficient cooling system including the hood-mounted air intake. For the 2018 version, GMC introduced the standard rereview camera and a 7-inch touchscreen as well as the new grille for the Denali trim. As for the 2019 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD, we should again expect some changes in the equipment organization and package options. For the more notable changes, we will have to wait a year or two as the HD models will get the full redesign in a year or two after the launch of the redesigned, light-duty Sierra 1500.

The Sierra 1500 will break the covers soon and the redesigned heavy-duty versions will benefit from the similar upgrades when they arrive. The light-duty truck will be heavily updated rather than we will see the full redesign but will introduce upgrades on all fronts. The same strategy GM will apply to the HD series.

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2019 Ford Super Duty: News, Changes, Specs

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2019 Ford Super Duty

In the hardworking, heavy-duty class, Ford has the most up-to-date trucks. Ford’s Super Duty trio, the F-250, F-350 and F-450 came as the all-new models for the 2017 model year with sturdier, hard-tensile steel chassis and lighter aluminum-based body. More capable chassis helped with improved engines provide class-leading performance and towing capability. But the Super Duty Series also comes with latest tech and safety systems combined also with modern interiors and nice exteriors available in diverse options.

For the 2018 model year, Ford added the new Limited trim with the premium interior, unique exterior and top-notch tech and convenience features. The turbodiesel engine is also tuned to deliver 935 lb-ft of torque.

The 2019 Ford Super Duty will the next iteration of the heavy-duty models and big changes are not expected. Bigger upgrades will likely come in late 2019 for the 2020 model year when models should get the heavy-duty version of the 10-speed automatic transmission which should bring better performance and even greater torque.

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2018 Ram Power Wagon is the heavyweight off-raod runner

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2018 Ram Power Wagon

The 2018 Ram Power Wagon is engineered to spend most of the time on the challenging terrains and it is equipped for that job well. The Power Wagon starts from the Ram 2500 Crew Cab four-wheel drive version but it specialized as the off-roader and it comes with some pretty robust mechanics which can stand against any kind of terrain. The look of the model also speaks about its extreme off-road capability but you will also get everything you need inside the cabin.

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2018 Ford Super Duty continues largely unchanged

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2018 Ford Super Duty

Ford redesigned its Super Duty lineup of trucks for the 2017 model year and the recipe is familiar. Like the best-selling, light-duty F-150, heavy-duty models have got the high-tensile chassis and aluminum made body. The Super-League models have also the same cabin as the F-150 and the styling is somewhat more aggressive. The redesigned trucks are also smarter and better-connected thanks to the new tech features but the safety is also guaranteed with many cameras and active driver aids. So, after such thorough redesign, the 2018 Ford Super Duty is not expected to bring any significant change. Ford could make some changes in the equipment organization but mechanically and design wise, the model will continue unchanged.

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2018 Nissan Titan Warrior: Rumors, Design, Arrival

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2018 Nissan Titan Warrior

How it looks when Nissan goes extreme with the pickup truck we had a chance to see at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show. With the aggressive and unique styling, beefed off-road hardware and nicely trimmed interior, the Titan Warrior is one impressive truck. However, there is a big problem with this unique machine. The Titan Warrior is now just a concept model and it would definitely look much better on the road or while pushing its off-road hardware to the limits on some rugged terrains.

Fortunately, according to the latest reports from the industry insiders, Nissan is close to giving the green light for the production. Nissan hasn’t commented on that, but this model could challenge Ford’s Raptor model when it arrives sometime in next year as the 2018 Nissan Titan Warrior.

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2018 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD: News, Specs, Price

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2018 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD

A massive hauling and towing capabilities are the priorities of the heavy-duty trucks but the modern versions fit also in modern standards regarding interior comfort and design while also come equipped with the top-notch tech features. In terms of functionality, the heavy-duty duo of GMC Sierra models is identical to the equivalents from Chevy’s courtyard but the styling and interior design are what makes the difference. In that context, the GMC HD models are somewhat more stylish and available in a huge number of configurations. The new version of these trucks will be 2018 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD and they will come with a limited number of changes.

What could be new?

According to what we know so far, GMC HD models will wait another model year for the more significant changes. After the diesel engine upgrades for the 2017 model year these trucks could bring some features upgrades combined with some new exterior and interior details. New color options, wheel design and exterior theme are also the things which could bring the refreshment to the lineup.

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2018 Ford Super Chief: Rumors, Design, Price

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2018 Ford Super Chief

Ford continues its offensive in the pickup truck industry. Redesigned F- Super Duty Series came for the 2017 model year but Ford also revealed the updated light-duty 2018 F-150 at the last Detroit Show. The biggest news is the new diesel engine but Ford has also upgraded the gasoline mills. Styling and interior also feature some refreshments and new safety features are also available. Aside of that, Ford also made official its plans for the F-150 hybrid version which should come in 2020. However, something that is not official but has been rumored to cooking behind the curtain is the possibility of the new 2018 Ford Super Chief.

What is it?

The Ford Super Chief isn’t probably unknown for Ford’s trucks aficionados. They know that Ford had the concept model named as the Ford F-250 Super Chief back in 2006. The prominent feature of this concept model was a tri-flex fueling system but model’s exterior and interior weren’t anything less fascinating. Ford showed this model as the luxury truck, not working machine and some reports now suggest that production version can soon see the light of the day.

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