Pickup trucks

Rocky Mountain Automotive Press Association Names 2021 Ram 1500 TRX 'Truck of the Year'

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Pickup trucks, Ram Trucks, Transport, Motor vehicles, Cars, TRX, Stellantis, Ram Pickup, Predator, Ram Pickup

"However, the Ram 1500 TRX was the run-away winner among the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press group of automotive journalists."

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  • "However, the Ram 1500 TRX was the run-away winner among the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press group of automotive journalists."
  • The field was narrowed to four finalists before voting, and when the entire RMAP membership's votes were tallied, the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX was declared the winner.
  • 2021 marks the 15th annual Rocky Mountain Vehicle of the Year awards.
  • The new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX is the apex predator of the truck world and cements Ram Truck as North America's off-road truck leader.

Honda and Acura Brands, American Honda, Set Multiple Sales Records in March

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Thursday, April 1, 2021
Motor vehicles, Car classifications, Sport utility vehicles, Honda, Flagship vehicles, Pickup trucks, Acura, American Honda Motor Company, Advanced Compatibility Engineering

"With all-time record sales for our all-new Acura MDX flagship and record March performance for the Honda HR-V, CR-V, Passport and Ridgeline, our light truck lineups are leading the way.

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  • "With all-time record sales for our all-new Acura MDX flagship and record March performance for the Honda HR-V, CR-V, Passport and Ridgeline, our light truck lineups are leading the way.
  • Honda light truck sales accelerated dramatically in March, with a 132% increase as recovery from the pandemic took off.
  • Results include multiple March records for individual models and overall truck sales.
  • Honda truck sales set a new March record, jumping 132.3% on sales of 81,684 units.

Dan Snyder Motorsports Captures First Production RAM 1500 TRX

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Monday, March 29, 2021
Pickup trucks, Ram Trucks, Car classifications, Cars, Motor vehicles, TRX, Dodge, Barrett-Jackson, Ram Pickup, Scottsdale, Arizona, Ram Pickup

None has been more sought-after than the RAM 1500 TRX, which was named Motor Trend's 2021 Truck of the Year after setting new standards for power and off-road capability.

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  • None has been more sought-after than the RAM 1500 TRX, which was named Motor Trend's 2021 Truck of the Year after setting new standards for power and off-road capability.
  • This past Friday, at Barrett-Jackson's March 2021 Auction in Scottsdale, AZ, the very first TRX to roll off the production line was auctioned for charity.
  • The demand for VIN 001 was so great that the winning bid of $410,000 by Dan Snyder Motorsports was more than 4 times the vehicle's MSRP.
  • The credentials presented by the RAM 1500 TRX for admission to such august company are impressive.

First Production 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Auctioned for $410,000 at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale - All Proceeds Go to United Way of Southeast Michigan's 2-1-1 Helpline

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Saturday, March 27, 2021
Pickup trucks, Ram Trucks, Car classifications, Motor vehicles, Cars, TRX, Sterling Heights, Michigan, Ram Pickup, Barrett-Jackson, Sterling Heights Assembly, Ram Pickup

The United Way for Southeast Michigan's 2-1-1 helpline, which provides services to veterans and their families, receives all proceeds raised from the auction.

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  • The United Way for Southeast Michigan's 2-1-1 helpline, which provides services to veterans and their families, receives all proceeds raised from the auction.
  • Ram 1500 TRX VIN 001 auctioned at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale is one of 702 Ram 1500 TRX Launch Edition models.
  • Production of the all-new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX began at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP) in Sterling Heights, Michigan, in December.
  • The Ram 1500 TRX VIN 001 auctioned at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale is one of 702 Ram 1500 TRX Launch Edition models.

Altia Technology Powers Development of Cluster HMI in All-New 2021 Ford F-150

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Thursday, March 25, 2021
Software engineering, Motor vehicles, Pickup trucks, Transport, Ford F-Series, Altia, Ford Motor Company, Multitier architecture

For the 2021 F-150 pickup truck, Ford Motor Company's Tier 1 suppliers autogenerated high-quality, production-ready graphics code using DeepScreen code generator.

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  • For the 2021 F-150 pickup truck, Ford Motor Company's Tier 1 suppliers autogenerated high-quality, production-ready graphics code using DeepScreen code generator.
  • The suppliers also utilized Altia professional services to implement the proprietary technology that yielded the finalized cluster solution.
  • "Altia is extremely pleased to have assisted Ford Motor Company and their Tier 1s in the cluster redesign of the F-150.
  • Our GUI editor, Altia Design, offers development teams the capability to implement a model-based development process for clear communication and accelerated user interface development.

MEDIA ADVISORY: 2021 Ram 1500 TRX VIN 001 to be Auctioned by Barrett-Jackson for Charity on Friday, March 26

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Pickup trucks, Ram Trucks, Car classifications, Cars, Motor vehicles, Barrett-Jackson, Palm Beach County, Florida, TRX, Stellantis, Auction, Scottsdale, Ram Pickup

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ram will auction VIN 001 of the all-new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX the quickest, fastest and most powerful truck ever during the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction on Friday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. EDT (4:30 p.m. PDT).

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  • AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ram will auction VIN 001 of the all-new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX the quickest, fastest and most powerful truck ever during the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction on Friday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. EDT (4:30 p.m. PDT).
  • All proceeds will benefit the United Way for Southeastern Michigan's 2-1-1 helpline to provide services to veterans and their families.
  • Those interested in bidding in person, online or via phone can go to Barrett-Jackson.com and click on "Bid."
  • In 2009, the Ram Truck brand launched as a stand-alone division, focused on meeting the demands of truck buyers and delivering benchmark-quality vehicles.

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Alerts Investors to Securities Class Action Against Lordstown Motors Corp. (RIDE) and May 17 Deadline

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Electric vehicles, Corporate finance, Lordstown Motors, Electric truck, Hindenburg Research, Lordstown, Ohio, Pickup trucks, Lordstown Endurance, Lordstown Assembly

Lordstown is an automotive company founded for the purpose of developing and manufacturing light duty electric trucks targeted for sale to fleet customers.

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  • Lordstown is an automotive company founded for the purpose of developing and manufacturing light duty electric trucks targeted for sale to fleet customers.
  • The company markets the Endurance, an electric, full-size pickup truck, as its flagship vehicle.
  • On March 12, 2021, analyst Hindenburg Research published a report entitled The Lordstown Motors Mirage: Fake Orders, Undisclosed Production Hurdles, and a Prototype Inferno.
  • The firm represents pension funds, foundations, individuals, and other entities worldwide with offices in New York, London, Connecticut, California, and Ohio.

Eaton’s Vehicle Group Launches Toyota Tacoma® ELocker® and Other Aftermarket Products, With More on the Horizon

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Monday, March 22, 2021
Environment, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Automotive, General Automotive, Other Energy, Other Automotive, Alternative energy, Energy, Performance & Special Interest, Motor vehicles, Cars, Transport, Off-road vehicles, Pickup trucks, Toyota Tacoma, Locking differential, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota FJ Cruiser, Toyota Hilux, Toyota

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210322005119/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210322005119/en/
    Eatons ELocker is an electronic locking differential designed for drivers that want full control and traction on demand.
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    In addition to the recently added ELocker differential for the Toyota Tacoma, Eaton introduced 11 other ELocker differentials in the past year that fit Toyota 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, Tundra and older Tacoma models.
  • We heard requests from Toyota truck enthusiasts and went to work to fulfill their needs, said Corneliu Bogdan, director, Aftermarket Product Strategy, Eatons Vehicle Group North America.
  • Eatons aftermarket team continues to add exciting new products to our aftermarket portfolio, said Bogdan.

Ram Truck Brand Launches New Advertising Campaign 'I'm A Ram,' Featuring Music From Five-Time Grammy-winning Artist Chris Stapleton

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Friday, March 19, 2021
Pickup trucks, Cars, Motor vehicles, Car classifications, Stellantis, Ram Trucks, Dodge, Ram Pickup

In addition to the new broadcast placements, the campaign launch includes a behind-the-scenes conversation with Chris Stapleton as he drives around in a Ram 2500.

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  • In addition to the new broadcast placements, the campaign launch includes a behind-the-scenes conversation with Chris Stapleton as he drives around in a Ram 2500.
  • Stapleton speaks from the heart and takes viewers through what it means to collaborate with the Ram Truck brand and to be a Ram Truck owner, stating, "A Ram is powerful.
  • The Ram Truck brand created the campaign in partnership with Highdive.
  • In 2009, the Ram Truck brand launched as a stand-alone division, focused on meeting the demands of truck buyers and delivering benchmark-quality vehicles.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Modified Pickup Truck to Enhance Hauling Capabilities (KXX-267)

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Monday, March 15, 2021
Truck, Pickup, Pickup trucks

My design greatly expands the hauling capabilities of a pickup truck."

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  • My design greatly expands the hauling capabilities of a pickup truck."
  • The invention provides an effective way to convert a pickup truck into a flatbed.
  • As a result, it eliminates the need to squeeze a wide and bulky load into the back of a pickup and it eliminates the need to make extra trips.
  • The invention features a versatile and durable design that is convenient and easy to use so it is ideal for truck owners, contractors, trade workers, farmers and others who need hauling flexibility.