SEMA News
GM unveils revisions to its future powertrain lineup.
General Motors Corp., in an effort to improve both the performance and fuel economy of its vehicles, unleashed a series of revisions to its future powertrain lineup. Unveiled at GM Powertrain’s headquarters, the changes include 19 all-new or significantly revised engines and transmissions for ’07 vehicles. Although several of the new powertrains already have been […]
4Jun2006 | Jim | 1 comment | Continued
20 ACCESSORIES PICKUP OWNERS CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT
Pickup truck owners are purchasing various specialty equipment, including trailer hitches, bedliners and exhaust systems. Every month consumers purchase new pickups, and sales are taking less of a hit that one might expect considering that high gas prices are making trucks a harder sell to consumers.
4Jun2006 | Jim | 1 comment | Continued
BEST-SELLING PICKUPS
Overall, pickup truck sales took a bit of a hit in April with a few exceptions. On the small pickup side, total sales dropped 11.3%, but a few models actually saw jumps in sales. Honda sold 4,652 Ridgelines in April, which is an impressive 38.2% jump from this time last year. Other […]
18May2006 | Jim | 0 comments | Continued
INDUSTRY FIRST: 30-INCH WHEEL GOES INTO FULL PRODUCTION
Guy Mannino, president of Pirelli Tire North America, in conjunction with Myles Kovacs, president and co-founder of Twenty Inch Strong (TISTM) wheels, chose a press conference at the New York International Auto Show today to introduce the world’s first 30-inch production tire and wheel package for the ultimate in plus fitments.
20Apr2006 | Jim | 2 comments | Continued
