The powerful V8 engine may be phased out in favor of a turbocharged six-cylinder engine and electric powertrain, but Land Rover intends to keep it alive a little longer. The British brand has announced that a new flagship will be launched under the Defender brand. Source: Cars Direct
The horsepower wars in America’s pony cars seem to be over now that the segment has all but disappeared, but it’s still alive and well in pickup trucks. When the Ford Raptor R debuted, its supercharged 5.2-liter V8 engine was noticeably less powerful than the Ram 1500 TRX. Source: Cars Direct
The first Tesla Cybertruck is scheduled to be delivered. The specifications of the angular truck listed are below what Tesla promised in previous marketing materials. However, it is unlikely to affect sales. Trucks remain the most anticipated automotive product in years. Long lines of buyers waiting for reservations, Tesla expects production… Source: Kelley Blue Book
One deal that could end the auto industry’s longest strike since the 1970s is good for workers and truck fans alike. In addition to wage increases and new organizing power, the union won new trucks for Americans. The 46-day United Auto Workers (UAW) strike could end after the union reached a tentative agreement with unions. Source: Kelley Blue Book