Category Archives: pickup trucks

2019 Ford Ranger – Drive Review

Posted on August 26, 2019 by

The Ford Ranger is back for 2019. Another entry in the midsize pickup market to meet the needs of those who don’t really need a full size pickup. The Ranger is offered in one wheelbase and in two body-styles, the … Continue reading →

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The Badlands Off-Road with Jeep and Ram

Posted on June 3, 2019 by

The Badlands Off-Road Park in Attica, Indiana leaves nothing to the imagination when it comes to driving in dirt, rocks and water. We paid a visit with Jeep and Ram and did manage to get things pretty dirty. Read more … Continue reading →

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2019 GMC Sierra – First Drive Report

Posted on September 21, 2018 by

On the invite of GMC I drove the all-new 2019 GMC Sierra full-size pickup in St.Johns, Newfoundland and the surrounding area. Different by design and different to meet customer demands, the GMC Sierra with its top-of-the-line Denali sub-brand intends to … Continue reading →

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2019 Ram 1500 – First Drive

Posted on March 20, 2018 by

The all-new 2019 Ram 1500 half-ton pickup is lighter, quieter and more fuel efficient. It can tow 12,700 pounds and has a max. payload of 2,300 pounds. There’s a V6 or Hemi V8 to choose from, with prices starting at … Continue reading →

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2018 Ford Raptor – Drive Report

Posted on February 13, 2018 by

The 450-horsepower Ford F-150 Raptor is an outstanding performer out in the wilds. Whether it be rock-crawling, trail riding, flying over sand dunes or riding a dry river bed, the Raptor is all about fun. On the other hand, with … Continue reading →

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2017 Ford F-150 Raptor – in the Desert

Posted on December 13, 2016 by

It’s the only purpose-built, high-performance off-road truck on the market. The Ford F-150 Raptor is back for 2017. With its all-aluminum body and stronger and stiffer high-strength steel frame, it’s now driven by a 450HP 3.5-L twin turbo V6 that … Continue reading →

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2017 Honda Ridgeline – First Drive

Posted on September 16, 2016 by

Honda has completely redesigned its Ridgeline pickup. All-new for 2017, the Ridgeline has a longer wheelbase, increased length, still seats five and has a longer rear cargo bed. The new unibody design looks more truck-like and the 280 HP V6 … Continue reading →

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