autoevolution

JUNE 23, 2025

A handful of Super Duty trucks produced for the 2025 model year have been hit with a safety recall. The US-market vehicles in question may have been produced without a brake booster pushrod retaining spring, a condition that allows the pushrod to disconnect from the brake pedal, causing a sudden loss of brake function. continue reading. )

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The Mechanic Doctor

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Purchasing a truck means a long-term commitment. Truck ownership entails sundry bills, which is why one has to look at the cost implication of ownership to ascertain the price tags of the specific truck.

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autoevolution

JULY 4, 2025

The largest automaker of the Detroit Big Three is recalling certain previous-gen Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks. Affected vehicles feature roof-rail airbag inflator end caps that may detach when deployed. General Motors can't rule out inflator sidewall ruptures either. continue reading. )

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Auto Service World

MARCH 27, 2025

As the age of cars and light trucks continue to rise, vehicle odometer readings continue to climb, driving growth in the aftermarket for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. “Older cars and light trucks generate more aftermarket product use per mile than newer models,” the report said.

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Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 12, 2025

In trucking and logistics, load planners ensure that freight moves efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively. Load planners use specialized software and industry knowledge to allocate freight strategically, ensuring that each truck is fully utilized without exceeding weight restrictions.

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Auto Service World

MAY 9, 2025

The greatest opportunity for FCEVs lies in heavy-duty trucks, Li wrote. Long-haul heavy-duty trucks have the highest payload requirements and harshest duty cycles, which BEVs often struggle to meet due to the weight of massive battery packs.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 14, 2025

The post Today’s Heavy-Duty Customer May Not Drive A Truck appeared first on Tomorrows Technician. By understanding the key features and benefits of todays advanced components, you can confidently recommend and install the right solutions for your clients, extending vehicle lifespan and improving operational efficiency.

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Auto Remarketing

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In its semiannual Market Outlook Report , released last month , Dave Cantin Group noted the American public seemed to have reached peak truck, with consumer preference for pickups and SUV beginning to wane slightly. Its not a declining interest in trucks. Were not saying that segment is going away.

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Automotive Fleet

JANUARY 13, 2025

Small cargo vans have been slowly transitioning out of the market, pushing many fleets to make the switch to pickup trucks. Pickup truck equipment makes the transition easier to fit the same tools and equipment into a smaller space, but many are finding truck caps to be problematic.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 28, 2025

The Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla are the top passenger vehicles in Canada while Ford F-Series and Toyota Rav4 came out on top for light trucks. On the light truck side, Ford’s F-Series pickups say a jump of 8.6 The results come from rates comparison site Compare the Market and DesRosiers Automotive Consultants.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

According to the latest data from the International Energy Agency (IEA), 71 per cent of new passenger cars and 72 per cent of new light-duty trucks and commercial vans in the U.S. are projected to be electric by 2035, potentially reducing national fuel consumption by 2.5 million barrels per day.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 26, 2025

Trucks are now a key driver of EV adoption, with crossover utility vehicles and pickup truck EVs gaining popularity. I think one of the things that we’ve seen with EVs that is helping the EV marketplace you’re seeing more of those trucks come into play now, he explained.

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Auto Remarketing

JANUARY 8, 2025

Its not a surprise to find full-sized pickup trucks at the top of a list of Americas 100 best-selling used vehicles. The post Trucks, SUVs head list of best-selling used vehicles, but Tesla EVs moving up appeared first on Auto Remarketing. Nor is it a shock that SUVs dominated that list. The full study is available here.

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Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Maximizing commercial truck tire ROI isnt just about selling a productits about helping fleets manage long-term costs, reduce downtime, and extend tire life. This knowledge improves commercial truck tire ROI and reduces long-term costs. Their expertise provides more than just a productit delivers a service that keeps trucks moving.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 23, 2025

The truck category has seen stable consumer interest, accounting for 10 per cent of searches, though its share of sales has decreased from 40 per cent in 2023 to 20 per cent this year. Nonetheless, truck inventory has risen by 13 per cent year-over-year.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

According to Chevrolet, features of the 2025 Silverado EV include: Range: The 2025 Silverado EV Max Range model offers 492 miles, setting a new standard for electric trucks; Trims: Available trims include Work Truck (WT), LT, and RST, each featuring new technology, range, and design packages; Price: Starting MSRP is $57,095.

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Jalopnik

MAY 24, 2025

Here are several convenience reasons that old diesel trucks on Facebook Marketplace are being sold for more than your grandpa thinks they should be.

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autoevolution

APRIL 17, 2025

The Ford Motor Company is recalling quite a few light-duty trucks and their SUV-bodied siblings over a worrying issue. According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the brake master cylinder in these vehicles may allow brake fluid to leak from the front-wheel circuit into the booster.

Utilities

Auto Service World

JANUARY 10, 2025

The growth of SUVs led to a new record for light truck share, with passenger cars falling to only 13.4 Quebec was highlighted as a leading province as consumers rushed to buy zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) before provincial incentives were reduced. Several key market dynamics stood out over the past year for the consultancy.

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DRIVE

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The trucking industry has long been the backbone of the economy in the United States, but with its importance comes the constant challenge of keeping fleets on the road and minimizing downtime. truck repair sector is home to over 46,000 businesses, with a market size of over $10 billion. See how one business made it work for them.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 1, 2025

If you have a diesel truck, you’re probably pretty familiar with smoke. Any way you look at it, a diesel truck emitting black smoke is not getting optimal efficiency, and is leaving power and fuel mileage on the table. Black smoke is full of particulates that are basically large diesel particles that normally would be burned as fuel.

Engineering

Auto Service World

JANUARY 7, 2025

Drivers should also ensure they are not too reliant on autonomous driving systems as these can be hacked, leading to an increase in the already high numbers of vehicular accidents with trucks , other cars, and pedestrians.

Car

Auto Service World

MAY 15, 2025

DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reported that the average price for a new vehicle at the end of 2024 surpassed $45,000 for a passenger car and almost $55,000 for a light truck. Light trucks, meanwhile, saw a jump from $38,477 in 2015 to $54,950 last year an increase of 43 per cent. Thats a 60% increase.

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Jalopnik

MAY 18, 2025

So why do some trucks still use solid front axles? Independent front suspension has been the trend now for many years in all sorts of vehicles.

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Auto Service World

JULY 21, 2025

Engineered for versatility, the CL12A features three-stage front and rear arms, premium telescoping footpads, and multiple height and width adjustments, allowing it to accommodate a wide range of vehicles — from compact cars to trucks, SUVs and electric vehicles.

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autoevolution

APRIL 3, 2025

Redesigned from the ground up for model year 2024, the Mexico-built Tacoma was the nation's favorite mid-size truck in the first quarter of 2025. No fewer than 59,825 units were delivered in the United States of America, up from 21,558 in the first quarter of 2024.

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AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Work Truck Solutions announced a collaboration with J.D. Recognizing that businesses need both specific tools and information to assist them with their fleet transition from internal combustion engine to EVs, Work Truck Solutions and J.D. The post Work Truck Solutions, J.D. For years, J.D.

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Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 6, 2024

This training allows you to handle large-scale operations with confidence, opening doors to roles in heavy-duty truck repair facilities or distribution centers. Our auto parts training program includes comprehensive instruction on parts management procedures and inventory systems, preparing you for the complexities of managing a warehouse.

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autoevolution

AUGUST 5, 2025

In a carefully orchestrated real-world test, the 2026 Silverado EV Max Range Work Truck covered a staggering 1,059.2 Chevrolet has officially smashed the EV range record. miles on a single charge on public roads. The test took place near GM's Milford Proving Ground in Michigan and finished on Detroit's Belle Isle.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

According to ORNL, this technology has the potential to drastically reduce charging times, especially for larger EVs such as trucks and buses, without the hassle of handling bulky charging equipment. “This technology could transform EV charging, making it more convenient and accessible for everyday use while maintaining high efficiency.”

Electric Vehicles

autoevolution

JUNE 10, 2025

Subject electric pickup trucks were produced with either 20- or 22-inch wheels mounted with all-terrain rubber. In the subject vehicles, the recommended tire inflation pressure was incorrectly set to 35 pounds per square inch instead of the correct value of 42 pounds per square inch. continue reading. )

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The Ford F-150 Lightning is one of the most popular electric trucks on the market, and it’s easy to see why. Based on the best-selling truck in America, the Lightning combines the everyday usability of the Ford F-150 with a modern EV drivetrain.

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autoevolution

JUNE 18, 2025

As far as the Ram truck brand is concerned, Stellantis North America decided to introduce a segment-leading powertrain warranty for the 2026 model year. What happens when your sales are in the gutter?

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Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 24, 2025

Hankook Tire has unveiled the Hankook iON HT, a highway-terrain tire designed specifically for electric light-duty trucks. According to the manufacturer, the iON HT brings all-season versatility, enhanced durability, and lower rolling resistance to the EV truck market. It will be available in sizes ranging from 18–22 in.

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Jalopnik

MAY 25, 2025

When you're sharing the road with huge semi-trucks, you'll be a lot safer if you can avoid their even bigger blind spots. Here's how to do it.

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Auto Service World

AUGUST 5, 2025

There is one trend that hasn’t changed — light trucks continue to dominate. Intermediate passenger cars dropped 33.6 per cent, and the sport segment fell 18.9 per cent — though Q2 results were stronger than Q1. Sales in the segment reached 852,000 units in the first half, up 7 per cent from the same period last year.

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Auto Remarketing

MAY 28, 2025

The study also showed orange (16%) and green (19.3%) to be the top colors for holding value among both trucks and SUVs, with orange trucks depreciating 16% and SUVs dropping 27.1%, while green was at 19.3% for trucks and 28.8% The full report is available here.

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