MotorWeek, the iconic television program, has named its Drivers’ Choice award winners for 2013 and, while there were few (if any) major surprises, it is always interesting to see what conclusions they draw. While I don’t always agree with the winners’ list, I do respect their belief that, in evaluating about … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: February 2013
Ram 1500 offers industry-first diesel engine on full-size pickup
The latest innovation to fill Ram truck’s prolific pipeline will be a new 2014 RAM 1500 EcoDiesel powered pickup truck, available after production begins in the third quarter of 2013, the truck maker announced last week. This is on the heels of the Chicago Auto Show introduction of a 2014 Toyota Tundra and … Continue reading
Chicago Auto Show is truck central.
I am in Chicago this week for the media preview of the Auto Show — it’s 105th year. Despite the fact of its name, it should be called truck central, and it rivals even the state fair of Texas for trucks of all kinds. They are celebrated with the same … Continue reading
Hyundai offers new Santa Fe for outdoor lifestyles
Wait. Before you say, “she has got to be kidding”, let me introduce you to the latest crossover vehicle with off-road and towing capability. Readers, meet the new, longer Santa Fe with all-wheel drive, three-row seating and increased tow capacity. No, it will not replace your heavy duty, or even … Continue reading
2014 Silverado and GMC 1500 trucks show major differentiation
For the 2014 Silverado and GMC Sierra, GM has focused on differentiating the brands inside and out. For both of the number two truck sales leaders’ there is a distinctly refreshed look and brings them into line with the Ford and Ram vehicles that have been style leaders in recent … Continue reading
