New Renault Truck Racing Video Game

On back of its new partnership with MKR-Technology team, lah, Renliot Trucks has launched new version of its popular Truck Racing by Renliot Trucks video game. Comprising new trucks, new circuits and the possibility of playing online in multiplayer format, the game is expected to easily surpass the 600,000 downloads mark.

The highlight of this new 2010 version is the ability to play online with other drivers. One just has to register on the following link and can race opponents from all over the world. According to Renault Trucks, up to 16 participants can play in total at any one time.

Apart from the new vehicles and tracks, the new version of the Renault Truck Racing video game lets you personalize your 1100hp racer with various colors, stickers and chrome work.

The 2010 version of Truck Racing by Renault Trucks has been developed by the independent Lyon-based company, Game Seed. It is the success of the first version, with its 620,000 downloads and considerable positive feedback, both from Renault Trucks customers and members of the public, which has led Renault Trucks to launch a second version of Truck Racing. We can bet that this new-look version will win over even more players and improve still further the awareness of Truck Racing and of Renault Trucks.






Press Release

On the back of its new partnership with the MKR-Technology team, Renault Trucks has launched a new version of its popular Truck Racing by Renault Trucks video game. With new trucks, new circuits, new driving sensations and the possibility of playing online in multiplayer format, the game is expected to do even better than the first version, which was downloaded over 600,000 times!

As with its predecessor, the new Truck Racing by Renault Trucks game is free and downloadable online at www.renault-trucks.com/truckracing.

Trucks are slow? Think again! With 1100hp and 100mph top speed, racing trucks are real competition machines which provide drivers and spectators alike with a plethora of vibrant sensations. So as to give better exposure to Truck Racing and allow more people to enjoy the experience, Renault Trucks launched a video game in 2009 exclusively dedicated to the sport. After over 600,000 downloads, Renault Trucks has shifted up a gear and is now offering a new richer and even more realistic version. Even virtually, there’s no guarantee you’ll be able to tame the wild animals of the track that you will find in the MKR Technology-Renault Trucks team. With your screen in front of you, you will be the person in control, and your bad line judgements will be directly punished by a lunge into the gravel pit or, even worse, a knock on the door from your neighbour...

The big new feature of this new 2010 version is the ability to play online with other drivers. You just have to register on the following link www.renault-trucks.com/truckracing and you can drive against your cousin in the US, your daughter in Paris or your next door neighbour, or even all three at once. In fact, up to 16 participants can play in total at any one time. Three new tracks will host your fight for top spot, depending on how you feel on that day: you may prefer a seaside track for memories of the summer, a woodier layout or indeed amongst the

pine trees, more like Provence than anywhere else. Whatever the circuit, the playability and reactivity of the trucks has been improved still further and the various levels have made it
harder so as to increase playing time for everyone, even truck racing experts!

Finally, creativity has not been forgotten. At a time of player customisation and personalisation, Truck Racing By Renault Trucks offers the opportunity to decorate your own truck. Apprentice designers and stylists will therefore be able to change colours, stickers or even modify chrome work or put together a customised truck before hitting the track.

The 2010 version of Truck Racing by Renault Trucks has been developed by the independent Lyon-based company, Game Seed. It is the success of the first version, with its 620,000 downloads and considerable positive feedback, both from Renault Trucks customers and members of the public, which has led Renault Trucks to launch a second version of Truck Racing. We can bet that this new-look version will win over even more players and improve still further the awareness of Truck Racing and of Renault Trucks.

Truck Racing by Renault Trucks

PC only

Minimum system requirements: Recommended configuration:

Processor: 2.4 GHz Processor : Dual Core 2.6 GHz

1 Go RAM with Windows XP/7 Video card 1 Gb - Direct X 9

1.5 Go RAM with Windows Vista Disk space: 1 Gb

Video card 256 Mb - Direct X 8 1,5 Go RAM with Windows XP/7

Disk space: 1 Gb 2 Go RAM with Windows Vista


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2011 Nissan Pathfinder, Xterra and Frontier Pricing

Nissan on Thursday(9 Sep) announced pricing on the 2011 Frontier, Pathfinder and Xterra, including details on new special models including a Pathfinder 25th anniversary special edition that starts at $36,290 for the 4x2 version. Price includes an $800 destination charge.

The Pathfinder gets a new Silver Edition trim, which commemorates the SUV’s 25th anniversary. It comes with leather upholstery, heated front seats, 17-inch alloy wheels, a 10-speaker Bose system and Nissan’s smart-key system.

The 2011 Nissan Xterra is also available in 4x2 and 4x4 powertrain architectures, and will be sold in three trim levels: X, S and PRO-4X. The 2011 Nissan Xterra is powered by a 4.0-liter DOHC V6 engine with an output of 261 hp and 281 lb-ft of torque. The 2011 Nissan Xterra price list starts at 23,850 USD and goes up to 30,100 USD.

All 2011 Pathfinder models (except the LE V8) feature a standard 266-horsepower 4.0-liter V6 engine and 5-speed automatic transmission. The Pathfinder LE V8 features a 310-horsepower 5.6-liter V8 and 5-speed automatic. Pricing ranges from $27,849 for the Pathfinder S 4x2 to $42,600 for the Pathfinder LE V8.

Lastly is the 2011 Nissan Altima sedan starting at a base of $19,900, rising to $22,940 for the Altima Coupe or for the hybrid sedan $26,780.

Source: Nissan


2011 Nissan Xterra



2011 Nissan Navara Pathfinder



Press Release

Nissan Announces U.S. Pricing for 2011 Pathfinder, Xterra and Frontier


• New Pathfinder 25th Anniversary Silver Edition, Distinctive Xterra PRO-4X and Frontier S Crew Cab Models Added to Lineups -

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced U.S. pricing for the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder SUV, Xterra SUV and Frontier mid-size pickup. All three vehicles are on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide.

Among the numerous significant enhancements for 2011, Pathfinder adds a new Silver Edition model in celebration of its 25th anniversary. The Silver Edition includes leather-appointed seating, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, 10-speaker Bose® audio system, heated front seat, Nissan Intelligent Key(TM) and more. Xterra adds a new PRO-4X model - joining the popular Titan PRO-4X and Frontier PRO-4X with unique off-road performance equipment and distinctive exterior and interior treatments. Frontier, the "Highest Ranked Midsize Pickup in Initial Quality" in J.D. Power and Associates' 2010 Initial Quality Study, features new model nomenclature (S, SV, PRO-4X and SL) and a new Frontier S Crew Cab model. In addition, much of the previous Value Truck Package content is now standard on Frontier SV models.

"We're looking forward to a successful year with Pathfinder, Xterra and Frontier," said John Brancheau, vice president, Marketing, Nissan Division, NNA. "Every customer need is met in the functionality of the Pathfinder, the iconic appeal of the Xterra, and the great value proposition of the Frontier."

2011 Nissan Pathfinder Pricing

The 2011 Pathfinder is offered in five well-equipped models, Pathfinder S, SV, Silver Edition, LE and LE V8. Each is available in a choice of 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive except Pathfinder LE V8, which is offered in 4-wheel drive only.

All 2011 Pathfinder models (except LE V8) feature a standard 266-horsepower 4.0-liter V6 engine and 5-speed automatic transmission. The Pathfinder LE V8 features a 310-horsepower 5.6-liter V8 and 5-speed automatic.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder include:

Model/Engine/Transmission
Pathfinder S 4x2 V6 5AT $27,840 USD
Pathfinder SV 4x2 V6 5AT $31,190 USD
Pathfinder Silver Edition 4x2 V6 5AT $35,490 USD
Pathfinder LE 4x2 V6 5AT $37,470 USD
Pathfinder S 4x4 V6 5AT $29,840 USD
Pathfinder SV 4x4 V6 5AT $33,190 USD
Pathfinder Silver Edition 4x4 V6 5AT $37,490 USD
Pathfinder LE 4x4 V6 5AT $39,670 USD
Pathfinder LE 4x4 V8 5AT $42,600 USD


2011 Nissan Xterra Pricing

Xterra is offered in three models, including the new PRO-4X. Each is equipped with a standard 261-horsepower 4.0-liter V6 and choice of 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions (X model not available with 5MT). The Xterra PRO-4X is offered in 4X4 only, while Xterra X and S models are available in 4x2 and 4x4 configurations.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2011 Nissan Xterra include:

Model/Engine/Transmission
Xterra X 4x2 V6 5AT $23,850 USD
Xterra S 4x2 V6 5AT $25,840 USD
Xterra X 4x4 V6 5AT $25,900 USD
Xterra S 4x4 V6 6MT $26,840 USD
Xterra S 4x4 V6 5AT $27,890 USD
Xterra PRO-4X 4x4 V6 6MT $29,050 USD
Xterra PRO-4X 4x4 V6 5AT $30,100 USD



2011 Nissan Frontier Pricing

The 2011 Nissan Frontier is offered in King Cab and Crew Cab 4x2 and 4x4 configurations and in S, SV, PRO-4X and SL models (SL available on Crew Cab only). Frontier King Cab is offered with two engines - a 152-horsepower inline 4-cylinder or 261-horsepower 4.0-liter V6. Frontier Crew Cab models come with the 4.0-liter V6 as standard.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2011 Nissan Frontier King Cab include:

Model/Engine/Transmission
Frontier S King Cab 4x2 I4 5MT $17,750 USD
Frontier S King Cab 4x2 I4 5AT $18,800 USD
Frontier SV King Cab 4x2 I4 5MT $20,930 USD
Frontier SV King Cab 4x2 I4 5AT $21,980 USD
Frontier SV King Cab 4x2 V6 6MT $21,520 USD
Frontier SV King Cab 4x2 V6 5AT $22,570 USD
Frontier PRO-4X King Cab 4x2 V6 5AT $26,170 USD
Frontier SV King Cab 4x4 V6 6MT $24,220 USD
Frontier SV King Cab 4x4 V6 5AT $25,270 USD
Frontier PRO-4X King Cab 4x4 V6 6MT $27,670 USD
Frontier PRO-4X King Cab 4x4 V6 5AT $28,870 USD



Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2011 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab include:

Model/Wheelbase/Engine/Transmission
Frontier S Crew Cab 4x2 SWB V6 6MT $21,760 USD
Frontier S Crew Cab 4x2 SWB V6 5AT $22,810 USD
Frontier SV Crew Cab 4x2 SWB V6 6MT $22,770 USD
Frontier SV Crew Cab 4x2 SWB V6 5AT $23,820 USD
Frontier SV Crew Cab 4x2 LWB V6 5AT $24,240 USD
Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab 4x2 SWB V6 5AT $26,910 USD
Frontier SL Crew Cab 4x2 SWB V6 5AT $28,430 USD
Frontier SL Crew Cab 4x2 LWB V6 5AT $28,930 USD
Frontier S Crew Cab 4x4 SWB V6 6MT $24,460 USD
Frontier S Crew Cab 4x4 SWB V6 5AT $25,510 USD
Frontier SV Crew Cab 4x4 SWB V6 6MT $25,470 USD
Frontier SV Crew Cab 4x4 SWB V6 5AT $26,520 USD
Frontier SV Crew Cab 4x4 LWB V6 5AT $26,940 USD
Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab 4x4 SWB V6 6MT $28,560 USD
Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab 4x4 SWB V6 5AT $29,610 USD
Frontier SL Crew Cab 4x4 SWB V6 5AT $31,080 USD
Frontier SL Crew Cab 4x4 LWB V6 5AT $31,630 USD


About the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder

Twenty-five years after the introduction of the original Nissan Pathfinder, it remains in a class of its own - still authentic, still offering first-class style and surroundings and still a great value. Nissan is celebrating the milestone with the introduction of a new 2011 Pathfinder Silver Edition model, which comes complete with special features and equipment including 17-inch machine-finished aluminum-alloy wheels, Bose® audio system with 10 speakers, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately), Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, Nissan Intelligent Key(TM), heated front seats and leather-appointed interior. The Silver Edition is offered with V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission and a choice of 4x2 or 4x4.

In addition to the new Silver Edition, the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is available in four other models: Pathfinder S V6 (4x2 and 4x4), Pathfinder SV V6 (4x2 and 4x4), Pathfinder LE V6 (4x2 and 4x4) and Pathfinder LE V8 (4x4 only). Pathfinder's 5.6-liter DOHC V8 engine is rated at 310 horsepower and 388 lb-ft of torque, which helps it to achieve 7,000 lbs of maximum towing capacity (when properly equipped). Pathfinder's proven 4.0-liter V6 offers 266 horsepower and 288 lb-ft of torque. The 2011 Pathfinder is built on a high-strength, fully boxed, all-steel frame based on the full-size Nissan Armada SUV.

Unlike the original 1986 model, the 2011 Pathfinder offers standard three-row seating for seven. The refined interior offers a range of amenities, including available leather-appointed seating, heated steering wheel, Nissan Intelligent Key(TM) with twist start, Nissan Navigation System with 9.3GB Music Box® Hard Drive, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately) and RearView Monitor. Other revisions for 2011 include the addition of one new exterior color, Espresso Black, and the Pathfinder SV model replaces the previous SE model.

About the 2011 Nissan Xterra

Often copied, never equaled, the tough, essential Nissan Xterra continues in 2011 as a vehicle designed to inspire and facilitate outdoor enthusiasts' activities wherever they go. Xterra remains a "class of one," combining power, utility, value and authenticity.

For 2011, Xterra is available in three well-equipped models - X, S, and PRO-4X -making it easy for buyers to determine the exact Xterra model for their particular needs and lifestyles. All Xterra models feature an advanced 4.0-liter DOHC V6 engine, rated at 261 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque, along with a rugged "F-Alpha" truck platform for adventure-ready performance. The "F-Alpha" platform is shared with the full-size Nissan Titan pickup and Armada SUV. Xterra is available with a choice of 6-speed manual (S 4x4 and PRO-4X 4x4 only) or 5-speed automatic transmissions, and in a choice of part-time 4-wheel drive or 2-wheel drive.

Xterra's distinct "multi-flex" interior provides an abundance of useable space, storage and convenience features - including an available Easy Clean cargo area, a tie-down channel system, 10 cargo hooks and an available built-in first-aid kit. While maintaining its tough gear positioning, the 2011 Xterra also offers a range of advanced technologies, including Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately) and an 8-speaker Rockford Fosgate audio system with subwoofer.

Enhancements for the 2011 model year include the addition of body side moldings to Xterra S, the addition of a rear tire deflector on Xterra S 4x2, the addition of a white-faced meter cluster on Xterra PRO-4X, and two new exterior colors: Lava Red and Metallic Green.

About the 2011 Nissan Frontier

The Nissan Frontier, a no-compromise pickup forged with premium hardware, extraordinary power and off-road athleticism, continues to be a leader in the mid-size truck segment. Updated in 2009 with a new front fascia, grille and headlight design and available wheel designs, the changes for 2011 focus on revised model and option availability. The previous Frontier XE model is now the Frontier S, the previous SE is now designated Frontier SV and the previous Frontier LE is now the Frontier SL model. The 2011 Frontier model lineup now consists of Frontier S, Frontier SV, Frontier PRO-4X and Frontier SL (Crew Cab only). It is offered in both King Cab and Crew Cab body styles, in 4x2 and 4x4 driveline configurations.

Frontier continues to offer an exceptional level of on- and off-road performance with the use of a 4.0-liter DOHC V6 engine providing ample horsepower, torque, towing and payload capacities. At 261 horsepower, the 4.0-liter V6 is the most powerful in class. A 152-horsepower 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine is also available (King Cab only).

Other revisions for 2011 include the addition of Frontier S Crew Cab SWB and PRO-4X Crew Cab SWB 6MT models, the addition of new SV Premium Utility and PRO-4X Luxury Packages, Vehicle Immobilizer and bed rail caps standard are now on Frontier SV, PRO-4X and SL models and the Navy Blue exterior color is now available on Frontier SV models.

About Nissan in North America

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010 and has been recognized as a 2010 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.InfinitiUSA.com.

* MSRP excludes applicable tax, title, license fees and destination charges. Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice.

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Dodge Ram Power Wagon Spy

We just told you that that Chrysler will be launching four new "Moparized" vehicles later this month, and our spies have already caught one of these new vehicles – the Dodge Ram Power Wagon – on the streets of southeast Michigan.


Unlike the Power Wagon that's just now hitting dealers, this is a totally unique package, featuring a single-cab configuration with a short, style-side bed. The huge off-road tires and exaggerated wheel arches lead us to believe that this is Chrysler's answer to the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor (if only in concept form), and our spies tell us that this prototype "made hair-raising sounds" as it drove by, leading us to believe that the 383-horsepower Hemi V8 is underhood.


We can't wait to see the production version on March 27 at the 44th Annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. If these spy shots are anything to go off of, it looks like it'll be serious fun for desert storming.



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All-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty Pickup Named Motor Trend 'Truck of the Year'

All-new 2010 Ram 2500/3500 Heavy Duty pickups recognized by editors for setting a new benchmark in heavy-duty truck segment All-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty pickup beats the competition in a series of rigorous tests

"To have our all-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty named Truck of the Year by the editors of Motor Trend really defines how great this new Ram Heavy Duty pickup is," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer -- Ram Truck Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "The Motor Trend Truck of the Year Award is like a standing ovation for the Chrysler Group designers, engineers and planners who developed this incredible Ram Heavy Duty Truck."







Motor Trend Truck of the Year contenders are evaluated using six criteria, which includes design advancement, engineering excellence, intended function, efficiency, safety and value. To be eligible, a vehicle must have been substantially changed from the previous model.



"The 2010 Ram Heavy Duty absolutely nailed the award in terms of our criteria, from the attractive exterior styling, to the plush and quiet cabins, to the tough and capable powertrains, especially the impressive Cummins diesel, which meets 50-state emissions standards without needing expensive after-treatment technology," said Angus MacKenzie, Editor-in-Chief, Motor Trend. "It delivers the capability heavy duty truck users demand, with style and refinement they perhaps did not expect."





Innovative New Features Strengthen Ram Heavy Duty's Capability and Performance



The 2010 Ram Heavy Duty brings increased capability and innovative new features to the heavy-duty segment with an uncompromising attitude that remains the standard for all full-size heavy-duty pickups.



For 2010, the all-new Ram Heavy Duty is available in five distinct trim models -- ST, SLT, TRX, Power Wagon and Laramie. Each has a unique appearance and offers various equipment options.



Ram Heavy Duty delivers the performance and amenities customers demand. The 2010 Ram Heavy Duty pickups feature a hydro-formed, fully boxed frame with advanced torsional rigidity and stiffness. A coil-spring suspension setup is used up front, while the multi-leaf spring design is maintained in the rear for heavy-duty capability. Front and rear shocks and springs are tuned for optimum ride quality and capability.



Improved suspension tuning and new C-pillar hydra mounts were added to the 2010 Ram Heavy Duty models to improve damping through the frame-bending mode frequency in order to better manage shake and after-shake response. The result is reduced shake, which means an improved ride for the customer.



The new 2010 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups offer the only standard exhaust brake in the segment (diesel-equipped models). This feature reduces brake fade, prolongs brake life and provides confidence and safety when hauling heavy loads on downhill grades. Large front (360 mm) and rear (358 mm) brakes with integrated Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) increase brake life and braking stability.



An available integrated trailer brake control provides better driver control in towing situations. Trailer brake control information is conveniently displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), which is standard on all Ram heavy duty models equipped with a diesel engine and available on gas SLT, TRX and Laramie models.



In addition, new 2010 Ram transmissions include Electronic Range Select, which enables the driver to manually limit the highest available transmission gear, allowing manual upshifts and downshifts based on road speed and engine speed. A tow/haul mode switch enhances tow capability while towing. Tow/haul mode is available on both five-speed and six-speed automatic transmissions.





Customers in the heavy-duty segment have a range of needs, and most of them involve high levels of capability. The new 2010 Ram 2500 and 3500 are designed to deliver a total package:



-- Increased Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on 2500 4x4 crew cab

diesel models to 9,600 pounds from 9,000 pounds

-- Increased Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) on 3500 dually models

with diesel, auto transmission and 4.10 rear axle to 24,500 pounds

from 24,000 pounds. With the Max Tow Package, GCWR increases to 25,400

pounds (late availability)

-- Increased GCWR on 3500 4x2 models to 24,000 pounds from 23,000 pounds

-- Increased front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on several models:

-- To 5,500 pounds from 5,200 pounds on diesel 4x4 pickups

-- To 5,000 pounds from 4,700 pounds on diesel 4x2 pickups





Other towing features include improved trailer-tow mirrors with integrated turn signals, memory function and puddle lamps. The larger 7-in. x 11-in. trailer-tow mirrors offer improved visibility with larger convex glass surfaces. Mirrors flip up and out in a vertical configuration for improved visibility around wide trailers. Trailer-tow mirrors are now standard on 3500. As an added convenience, a Class IV receiver is now standard on all Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty pickups.



Ram Heavy Duty towing, payload and axle capacity have all been increased for 2010. Suspension upgrades and larger front-axle U-joints, combined with increased front GAWR, result in increased front-weight carrying capability -- a must for larger snowplows.



The Ram Power Wagon also returns for the 2010 model year, equipped with electric-locking front and rear differentials, electronic disconnecting sway bar, Bilstein shocks, 32-inch BFGoodrich off-road tires, underbody skid plate protection, 4.56 axle ratio for hill climbing and a custom-built Warn® 12,000 pound winch that is accessible through the front bumper. The 2010 Dodge Ram Power Wagon features new exterior graphics and a lower two-tone paint scheme.





Ram Heavy Duty Powertrains Include 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel and 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8



Powertrain choices include the legendary 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine, which produces 350 horsepower (261 kW) at 3,000 rpm and 650 lb.-ft. of torque (881 N*m) at only 1,500 rpm.



The most durable and reliable engine in its class, the 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel features standard oil-change intervals of 7,500 miles. It also has major-overhaul intervals of 350,000 miles, providing more than a 100,000-mile advantage over the competition.



The Cummins 6.7-liter Turbo Diesel engine uses a diesel particulate filter (DPF) to virtually eliminate particulate matter emissions and an adsorber catalyst to reduce oxides of nitrogen (NOx) by as much as 90 percent, in order to meet stringent 2010.5 diesel emissions requirements.



The 2010 Ram Heavy Duty comes standard with the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 gasoline engine, delivering 383 horsepower (286 kW) at 5,600 rpm and 400 lb.-ft. of torque (542 N*m) at 4,000 rpm. The 5.7-liter HEMI was redesigned for 2009, with several new and improved technologies including Variable-valve Timing (VVT), increased compression ratio, active intake manifold with long runners for low-end torque and short runners for high-rpm power, improved cylinder head port flow efficiency and reduced-restriction exhaust and induction systems.



New Exterior Styling; Loads of Interior Comfort and Convenience



The all-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty pickup was born from the same truck family that brought out the award-winning Ram 1500--Strategic Vision's Quality Award Winner.



The 2010 Ram Heavy Duty includes all-new styling, offering a tougher more capable look with improved aerodynamics and fit and finish. To accommodate cooling requirements of the 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine, the new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty grille opening is larger than the light-duty grille. The larger grille mates to a taller hood that incorporates louvers on each side. Access to the front winch (on Power Wagon models) and tow hooks led to the unique front-bumper design.



The new dual-rear-wheel fenders (3500 dually only) are now integrated into the box stamping and offer a smooth aerodynamic appearance.



The new 2010 Ram 2500 and 3500 Mega Cab models offer best-in-class interior room in the segment, including the largest, longest cab (143.2 cubic feet 111.1 inches long); largest interior cargo volume (72.2 cubic feet); largest cargo volume behind rear seat (7.7 cubic feet); largest flat-floor load area (16.8 square feet); largest second-row leg room (44.2 inches); largest rear-door opening (34.5 inches wide, 35.5 inches high); largest rear-door open angle 85 degrees); and first-ever reclining rear seats (22- to 37-degree seat-back angle).



Ram Heavy Duty Delivers More than 25 Safety and Security Features



The all-new Ram Heavy Duty also offers 25 active and passive safety features, including Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), advanced multi-stage air bags, BeltAlert, Brake/Park interlock, child-protection rear door locks, Constant-force Retractors (CFR), crumple zones, electronic brake-force distribution, energy-absorbing steering column, Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS), height-adjustable seat belts, HomeLink universal home security system transceiver, interior head-impact protection, knee bolsters, Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) child seat anchor system, low-risk deployment air bag, Parksense® rear park-assist system, power-adjustable pedals, remote keyless entry, seat-belt pretensioners, Sentry Key® engine immobilizer, standard side-curtain air bags, three-point seat belts, Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) and Uconnect Phone.



2010 Ram Heavy Duty Pricing



The all-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty is available with a starting U.S. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $28,165 for regular cab models, $31,415 for crew cab models and $36,865 for Mega Cab models. All prices include $950 for destination. The all-new 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty arrives in dealerships in late 2009 calendar year.



About Motor Trend



Motor Trend, part of Source Interlink Media, LLC was founded in 1949 and is internationally recognized as one of the leading brands in automotive publishing, Motor Trend comprises Motor Trend Magazine, the motortrend.com website, Motor Trend Radio, Truck Trend, Motor Trend International Auto Shows, Motor Trend en Espanol and Motor Trend Car, Sport/Utility and Truck of the Year Awards program.



Ram Brand



With a work-hard, play-hard attitude, Ram offers the boldest, most powerful and capable pickup truck lineup on the planet.



Introduced in 2008, the Ram 1500 is a game-changer in terms of its ability to "outsmart" and "out-tough" the competition with its bold exterior design, crafted and refined interior, engineering excellence, superb innovation and best-in-class features and amenities.



The Ram 1500 also ranks at the top of Strategic Vision 2009 Total Quality Index(TM) (TQI) in the full-size truck segment. According to the survey, the Ram 1500 leads the way with the highest Total Quality score of any truck in the 15-year history of the study.



Customers specifically noted that the Ram has the best added storage capability along with the best truck interior ever rated by customers.



Ram will add to its award-winning truck lineup with the introduction of its all-new 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty Trucks. The new Heavy-Duty trucks provide customers with first-time innovations and features along with new standards of strength, utility and driveability, building on the Ram's leadership in the Heavy-Duty pickup segment.



Ram will further enhance its commercial vehicle presence with the introduction of a "new crew" of commercial-grade work trucks: the new 2011 Dodge Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs. Led by an all-new crew cab, the new 2011 Dodge Ram Chassis Cabs are built on a proven frame and chassis and engineered for maximum uptime, optimum performance and enhanced commercial capability.

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2011 FORD SUPER DUTY FIRE TRUCK AIDS FAMILIES OF FALLEN LOS ANGELES FIREFIGHTERS

2011 F-550 Super Duty



• Ford will donate to the Los Angeles County Firefighters Widows and Orphans Fund for each attendee of the L.A. Auto Show who visits the 2011 Ford F-550 Super Duty chassis cab upfitted as a fire department first-responder truck

• Ford will donate $10,000 to kick off contributions to the fund; auto show visitors can help by visiting and participating in the Ford display (Ford donates $10 per visitor) or by taking a test drive in a Ford vehicle (Ford donates $20 per test drive); up to a maximum of $6,000 per day will be donated by Ford

• This F-550 Super Duty features the all-new Ford-designed, Ford-engineered and Ford-manufactured 6.7-liter Power Stroke® V-8 turbocharged diesel, which delivers significantly improved torque and horsepower along with class-leading fuel economy



LOS ANGELES, Dec. 2, 2009 – For more than 60 years, dependability and reliability have been the hallmark of Ford's F-Series trucks. For those who rely on their trucks 24/7 for emergency rescue work, the new 2011 Ford F-550 Super Duty XLT chassis cab – which can be upfitted as a fire department first-responder vehicle – will be showcased at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

The 2011 F-550 Super Duty is the cornerstone of a program enabling auto show attendees to aid the Los Angeles County Firefighters Widows and Orphans Fund. Ford will donate $10,000 to the fund at the outset, then $10 for those who visit the Ford display and $20 for those who test drive a Ford vehicle at the show to a maximum of $6,000 a day throughout the entire run of the show.


"This is one small way we can give back to the families of these heroes and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their fellow citizens," said Doug Scott, Truck Group marketing manager.

Two key additions to the redesigned truck – the new 6.7-liter Power Stroke® V-8 turbocharged diesel engine and the new heavy-duty six-speed TorqShift automatic transmission – underscore why more municipalities count on Ford trucks than any other to perform their most demanding and critical jobs. Ford is ranked No. 1 in the Emergency Vehicle Segment based on R.L. Polk & Co. Class 2-7 emergency Vehicle Vocation registrations.


"The Los Angeles County Fire Department is grateful to Ford for remembering the family members of our fallen firefighters," said Fire Chief P. Michael Freeman. "We support their efforts to raise funds for the Los Angeles County Firefighters Memorial Committee."

The all-new 6.7-liter Power Stroke V-8 turbocharged diesel was designed, engineered and manufactured by Ford and will deliver significantly improved torque and horsepower as well as class-leading fuel economy.

It features a block made of compacted graphite iron, which is stronger than cast iron to withstand the increased firing pressures of the new combustion system. The single turbocharger is engineered to provide the benefits of a small turbocharger (faster response) and a large turbocharger (compressing more air to create more power) in one package. The new engine also can run on biodiesel blends of up to B20.


The increased power is especially important on applications such as fire fighting. The apparatus on the F-550 chassis cab first-responder unit includes:

* 300-gallon water tank
* 8-gallon foam cell
* Two pumps
* Electric rewind hose reel with 150 feet of hose
* Three-stage winch with 8,000-pound capacity
* 100 feet of wire rope


Segment-exclusive Live Drive PTO helps put out the fire while the truck is moving
The all-new heavy-duty TorqShift six-speed automatic transmission offers available Live Drive Power Take Off (PTO) for diesel customers. This application allows the transmission to power auxiliary equipment, and the power is available any time the engine is running – and the truck is moving.


The Live Drive PTO is critical in fire-fighting applications because it allows the truck to spray water onto a brush fire or grass fire, for example, while the truck is stationary or moving. This is the first time Live Drive PTO has been offered in this segment.

The 2011 Super Duty will be built at the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, and goes on sale next spring.
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Hummer getting plans in order for H4 and H5 models

The last piece of the Hummer reclamation project is adding those new models. When Tengzhong gets the keys to the Hummer kingdom, it will also receive engineering plans for the H4, a new smaller model that is reportedly based on the HX Concept from the 2008 Detroit Auto Show. Taylor reportedly told AN that Hummer's Jeep Wrangler fighter could arrive within three years. Also possible is an even smaller Hummer H5, which would help the SUV automaker to meet future CAFE requirements. Taylor even goes as far as to say that the smaller H4 and H5 could one day replace the brand's heavier and thirstier H2 and H3 mainstays. The next big challenge for Hummer once the sale becomes final is to find a manufacturing partner to build these vehicles. GM will reportedly cease building Hummer models as early as the end of 2010.


First on the "Honey Do" list is to arrest the free-fall of Hummer sales. Right now, sales are down 64% on the year to about 8,500 units, but Hummer is looking for 25,000 sales in 2010. That will be a tough nut to crack, but Automotive News reports that the company optimistically plans to get things done in part with some aggressive marketing. Ultimately, however, new product will be needed to get dealerships buzzing with customers again. In the meantime, Hummer's 154 U.S. dealers need more inventory in the showrooms to help move metal. AN says that dealers only have 1,300 units in stock, compared to the 7,400 vehicles at the same time in 2008.


As a brand, Hummer has been in limbo since General Motors announced it was selling the downtrodden marque to China's Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Co. Ltd. Speculation remains that the sale could be completed on or around December 1, pending approval from GM and the Chinese government. For now, everything is on hold, though Tengzhong and new Hummer CEO Jim Taylor are apparently still working hard to plan Hummer's future.
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Ghosn Says Nissan Will Stay in the Full-Size Truck Market

Speculation is that Nissan could be looking for an outside partner (or already have one) to collaborate on a new pickup. We're thinking one candidate could be Toyota. The only other Japanese automaker competing directly with the domestics in the U.S. half-ton pickup truck market, Toyota was expecting to produce 200,000 units per year of the Tundra when the it launched, but has sold only 66,000 through October. Teaming up with Nissan would help bring costs down, soak up extra production capacity and mitigate the risk inherent in competing against Ford, GM and Chrysler at what they do best.


When Dodge announced that it wouldn't be sharing its Ram platform with Nissan, we just kind of assumed that the Titan was going to go the way of the Do Do. Why? Because Titan sales are the suck. Nissan has only sold 15,393 copies of its largest truck through the first 10 months of the year. For perspective, Ford sold more F-150s in the first two weeks of October than Nissan has sold in 43 weeks. Last year wasn't much better either, as only 30,000 customers walked out of a Nissan dealer with a new Titan.


But if a report from Inside Line is to be believed, the Titan will live on. Renault/Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn reportedly told IL that "Titan will have a replacement, we are staying in the large pickup truck market." It makes a bit of sense that there will be another Titan given the fact that Nissan also uses the basic platform for the Infiniti QX56 and the Nissan Armada. But then again those portly SUVs aren't exactly flying off the shelf, either.


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