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2009 GMC Canyon Pick Up Truck Review
Posted in GMC Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 18, 2009 / 0 Comments


2009 GMC Canyon Pick Up Truck Review

Introduction of 2009 GMC Canyon The 2009 GMC Canyon priced at MSRP $16,705 – $27,075 is a pick up truck that features many of the attributes that a truck buyer is looking at. This edition offers multiple engine choices and body styles along with a rugged styling. It competes with traditional leaders in this segment like Nissan Frontier, Dodge Dakota and the Toyota Tacoma. What’s on offer? The new 2009 edition adds a much needed V8 engine option. This edition also includes StabiliTrak, a bedliner and XM Satellite Radio in its standard features. The Braking system has been upgraded to offer better efficiency. The 2009 GMC Canyon has made a handful of exterior styling changes. The SL trim has been removed from the list and the sport suspension option has been added to its basic features. Silhouette The 2009 GMC Canyon features a very athletic  [...] 

2009 Ford Ranger Pick Up Truck Review
Posted in Ford Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 17, 2009 / 0 Comments


2009 Ford Ranger Pick Up Truck Review

Introduction of 2009 Ford Ranger The 2009 Ford Ranger priced at MSRP $16,395 – $25,805 is the most affordable and competent off road pick up truck. It is ideal for hard core off roader or business owner who is need of basic pick up truck. Trucks like Dodge Dakota and Nissan Frontier are more comfortable and easier to drive and offer a tough competition to this rugged vehicle. What’s new on offer? The 2009 Ford Ranger does not add anything new to this edition; in fact they have dropped the 3.0 liter V6 engine and the 4×4 regular cab. Silhouette The 2009 Ford Ranger is a compact pick up truck with its exterior appearance similar to the 1998 edition.  The designers have not changed much of its outward appearance except for a minor hood and bumper updates for 2004. The Ranger features horizontal-slat grille and monochromatic themes  [...] 

Spy Shots: 2011 GMC Sierra 3500
Posted in Trucking News on November 16, 2009 / 0 Comments


Spy Shots: 2011 GMC Sierra 3500

There are prototypes of the GMC Sierra 3500 that are seen test driven on the streets. The spy shots that were taken reveal its new three bar perforated grilles that shares it styling cues from its sibling 2010 GMC Terrain Midsize Crossover. The recent images that have been floated on various websites reveal a brand new hood that features reverse-power-dome styling with prominent center mounted louvers. With a closer look at these sketches, we found Duramax 6.6 liter embossed on the louver side along with the logo for the Duramax’s six speed Allison transmission. It is known that this Sierra edition along with General Motors famed Chevy Silverado will be equipped with all new chassis and a next generation 6.6 liter “LML” Duramax V8 clean diesel engine. There are reports from the insiders that General Motors is working on a seven liter  [...] 

2009 Ford F250 Pick Up Truck Review
Posted in Ford Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 15, 2009 / 0 Comments


2009 Ford F250 Pick Up Truck Review

Introduction The 2009 Ford F 250 super duty pick up truck is priced at MSRP$25,285 – $40,865. It is engineered to offer big truck buyers the right tool for the most demanding job. This edition has been designed with a galore of useful features and refined road manners which makes it a strong contestant for the top heavy duty pick up truck title. What’s on offer? The 2009 Ford F250 is dressed in new features to woo the customers. It is outfitted with impressive features like power-telescoping tow mirrors and the Sync multimedia voice control system.  They also offer exciting optional offers to the consumers like a large lockable compartment between the cab and bed and an in-dash computer with Internet access. For the outdoor enthusiasts who wish to buy the more rugged types features can choose the new Cabela’s FX4 package which offers  [...] 

2009 Ford F-150 Truck Review
Posted in Ford Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 14, 2009 / 0 Comments


2009 Ford F-150 Truck Review

Introduction The Ford  F-150 is considered to be one of the best selling models in the US and its updated edition the 2009 Ford 150  priced at $21,565 – $36,100 is able to maintain the trucks top selling tradition. Ford has effectively addressed to some of the shortcomings that were noted in the earlier editions. Ford has strong contenders like Dodge and Toyota hot on its heels. What’s on offer? The 2009 Ford F-150 has been fully redesigned with higher output engines, a new six speed automatic transmission outlined with a taller hood line and more macho grilles. Silhouette The 2009 Ford F150 is well styled on its front end with a squared off nose, a doomed nose that adds 2 inches in height and a giant grille. Ford has reproduced the grille’s pattern graphically on the tailgate.  The standard trim is styled with simple grille while  [...] 

Review Of Ford Explorer Sport Trac Truck
Posted in Ford Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 13, 2009 / 0 Comments


Review Of Ford Explorer Sport Trac Truck

Introduction The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac priced at $27,460 – $35,145 is a family friendly utility vehicle. It has been well designed with the back half as a pick up bed and the four door front half comes from the Ford’s venerable Explorer SUV. This edition offer competition to crew cabs pick ups like Honda Ridgeline, Dodge Dakota Quad cab, and Nissan Frontier Crew cab. What’s on offer? The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac gets a standard satellite radio, and Trailer sway control has been added to stability control system. This edition also offers heated leather seats, and heated side mirrors. The optional navigation feature has also been upgraded and includes Sirius travel Link. Silhouette The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac offers the front look like the Explorer with the same slatted grid and scalloped headlights. The exterior body  [...] 

Review Of 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pick Up Truck
Posted in Dodge Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 12, 2009 / 0 Comments


Review Of 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pick Up Truck

Introduction The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 priced at MSRP $21,520 – $43,490 is a full size pick up truck. It is powerful, well crafted, completely desirable and is a huge win for Dodge. This Dodge edition offers tough competition to stalwart pick ups like Ford F150, Chevy Silverado, and Toyota Tundra. What’s on offer? The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 has been completely redesigned with conventional styling, more power and up to date technology. It includes new coil spring rear suspension design which makes it the smoothest riding pick up in the market. Silhouette The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 emphasizes on aerodynamic styling with a unique grille forward design. Its bulging hood offers an impressive look. Dodge has equipped this edition with larger head tailgate badge to offer a new look. This full size pick truck is available in numerous body styles and bed  [...] 

Review Of 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 Truck
Posted in Dodge Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 11, 2009 / 0 Comments


Review Of 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 Truck

Introduction to Dodge Ram 3500 The 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 priced at MSRP $35,985 – $51,075 is a perfect choice for hard core truck users. This edition is well crafted with strong work capacities, roomiest crew cab and ruggedly handsome styling.  This Dodge Ram version competes with Chevy Silverado 3500, Ford F350 and GMC Sierra 3500. What’s on offer? The 20009 Dodge Ram 3500 features larger brakes, the Cummins turbodiesel engine and a limited-slip rear differential. This new edition also includes a remote start option. Silhouette The 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 displays the broad shouldered look .Its front fascia with ceased hood, air dam, sculpted bumper and massive crosshair grille showcases an impressive look.  The dodge Ram is well styled with power sliding rear windows and sun roof. The chrome bumpers and two tone paints enhances the overall  [...] 

Review Of 2009 Dodge Ram 2500
Posted in Dodge Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 10, 2009 / 0 Comments


Review Of 2009 Dodge Ram 2500

Introduction The 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 priced at MSRP $29,185 – $44,860 is designed to meet the needs of people looking at a heavy duty hauler. This edition offers strong work capacities, spacious crew cab and ruggedly handsome body style. It offers tough competition to its rivals like Ford F-250 Super Duty and Chevy Silverado 2500. What’s on offer? The 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 offers a more powerful 5.7 liter Hemi V8 engine and larger and efficient brakes.  This power wagon is also limited to the Quad Cab body style.  The manual transmission is deleted from the 5.7 liter V8 engine; it now comes only with the five-speed automatic transmission. Silhouette The 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 showcases a broad shouldered and impressive look. The front end of this edition looks fantastic with creased hood, sculpted bumper and massive crosshair grille. Dodge  [...] 

2009 Dodge Dakota Review
Posted in Dodge Trucks, Truck Reviews on November 9, 2009 / 0 Comments


2009 Dodge Dakota Review

Introduction Dodge Dakota was the first mid size pick up truck that abridged the gap between compact and full size trucks. The 2009 Dodge Dakota priced at MSRP $22,560 – $31,630 continues to distinguish itself with its optional V8 engine while maintaining its towing capacity. What’s on offer? The 2009 Dodge Dakota offers minor changes which are restricted to reorganization of trim levels. It also offers a choice of new exterior colors like Stone white, Deep Water Blue Pearl, and Austin Tan pearl. Silhouette The 2009 Dodge Dakota has received a front end make over. The cargo bed has chiseled wheel flares which   offers a new look at the front end. The dual position tailgates assists in containing cargo. Its body is well styled with integrated styling elements and crisp edges. The chrome grille or monochromatic finishes offers an impressive  [...]