MANAGING PUBLIC SECTOR VEHICLES & EQUIPMENT
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado LT will be larger, more capable, more fuel efficient, and feature a starting at MSRP that is up to $700 less than the outgoing model.
Ford Motor Company is adding an estimated 26,000 2015 to 2017 Ford Transit full-size vans equipped with a trailer tow module to an existing recall — bringing the total recall in North America to nearly 99,900 vehicles.
The 12+ Series light bar features 48 standard flash patterns and 11 new flash patterns in the integrated Safety Director that are ideal for various applications, including, towing, utility, and construction.
Luverne Truck Equipment’s Textured Rubber Tow Guard is a mud flap that offers full protection for a trailer from road debris while it is being towed.
During the lead up to the September opening of the State Fair of Texas, I was given the chance to take a preview spin in the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD. It whet my appetite for more.
During a media event leading up to the 2016 State Fair of Texas, GM unveiled its redesigned Duramax 6.6L V-8 turbo-diesel, which will be offered on the 2017 Silverado HD. Journalists had an opportunity to preview the engine in the 2017 Silverado HD to test its towing and road handling capability at the Texas Motor Speedway. Photos: Chris Wolski
I’ll admit that I jack-knifed my share of U-Haul trailers and learned (the hard way) that backing a trailer is a true art. Thankfully, Ford has come to the rescue of amateurs like me by turning trailering into a science. What I’m referring to is the all-new Pro Trailer Backup Assist for the 2016 Ford F-150, which makes backing up and parking a trailer easier than ever, regardless of your skill level.
Geny Industries’ GH-1224 is a torsion hitch with built-in rubber torsion suspension designed to smooth the ride and reduce stress on the vehicle.
The Cummins 6.7L diesel powertrain generates 385 horsepower and an amazing 900 lb.-ft. of torque, which increases towing capacity to a record-breaking 31,210 pounds, the most ever for a mass-production vehicle.
Ram Commercial recently put its claims about its products’ towing ability to the test during a heavy hauling event at the Chrysler Proving Grounds.