Truck & RV
Ford SVT Raptor Tackles 1000 Mile Vegas to Reno Off-Road Race
For those of you that haven’t heard, Ford’s 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor is a purpose-built off-road truck from Ford’s Special Vehicle Team (SVT). Ford SVT’s goal was to create the ultimate off-road-ready high-performance production truck. The basis for the truck is Ford’s four-door SuperCab Styleside F-150 4×4 with the 5.5-foot short box. But that is […]
NBC to Televise Rockstar Energy Lucas Oil Off Road Challenge Cup
Corona, Ca. (August 19, 2009) – The Rockstar Energy Lucas Oil Challenge Cup, the finale to the 2009 short course off road racing season, will be broadcast on NBC, Saturday, January 2nd at 2pm ET. The stand alone event, to be held on December 11th and 12th after all regular season championships have been determined; […]
The Traxxas TORC Truck Series Announces: WIN A RIDE WITH ROBBY GORDON
Corona, CA (August 17th, 2009) — The Traxxas TORC Series presented by AMSOIL is proud to announce that one lucky fan will have a chance to ride alongside off-road legend Robby Gordon in the Traxxas TORC Pace Truck. This ride of a lifetime will take place Labor Day weekend at the birthplace of short course […]
King Shocks Adds OEM Performance Series Bolt-On Shock Kits
From the company known for its product innovations and unrivaled racing performance arrives King Shock’s newest release to its ever-expanding line of OE replacement bolt-on shock kits. Through extensive development and testing, the OE Performance Series Shock System Kits provides exceptional off-road dampening and performance while also allowing for adjustable ride-height and lifting capabilities. These […]
aFe Releases New BladeRunner Exhaust Manifold for the 2003-2007 Dodge Ram Cummins L6-5.9L
Corona, CA – advanced Flow engineering (aFe Power), an industry leader in performance cold air intakes, filters and exhaust systems, is pleased to announce the release of their new BladeRunner Exhaust Manifold for the popular 2003-07 Dodge Ram Cummins with the L6-6.6L (td) part number 46-40011. Part number 46-40011 represents the latest in airflow technology […]
Vegas To Reno “Live” Coverage of Ultra4 King of the Hammers Qualifier
JOHNSON VALLEY, CA, August 17, 2009: Full coverage of the Best In The Desert (BITD) “Vegas to Reno the Long Way” Ultra4 Class will be featured on www.KingOfTheHammers.com starting Wednesday August 19th from contingency, Thursday-Saturday from the course, and wrapping up Sunday August 23rd at the awards ceremony. Vegas to Reno the Long Way is […]
22 Racers in Hunt for 2009 SCORE Toyota Milestone Awards
Heading into 14th Annual SCORE Terrible’s Primm 300 Next race to be held in Primm, Nev., Sept. 11-13 LOS ANGELES—Following the first three of five races in the 2009 SCORE Desert Series, 22 of SCORE’s toughest drivers remain in the hunt to earn 2009 SCORE Toyota Milestone Awards. Leading the way are four racers in […]
Hi-Lift Jack Company Introduces New Adjustable Tube Mounts for Off-Road vehicles and UTVs
Hi-Lift Jack Company introduces new Adjustable Tube Mounts for off-road vehicles and UTVs. Designed for mounting a Hi-Lift jack to round and square tube bumpers, bull bars, roll cages, and roof racks. Allows for easy and adjustable mounting on round tube from 1 inch up to 3 inches in diameter. The large set is designed […]
DuPont, Goodyear Science Creates High-Tech Tires That Rock and Roll
Technologies with DuPont™ Kevlar® Provide Increased Toughness, Stability and Lighter Weight Tires Wilmington, DE and Akron, Ohio July 15, 2009 — Scientists from DuPont have helped The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company by taking DuPont technology for high-strength Kevlar® products and applying it to Goodyear tires. Goodyear-produced tires with Kevlar® fiber are targeted for use […]
2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor First Year of Production Sold Out
When Ford announced it would build a hardcore off-road truck in the form of the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor, some were skeptical it would sell. However, according to Ford, the Raptor exceeded all expectations and is sold out for its first year of production. Ford SVT spokesperson Patrick Hespen told PickupTrucks.com that over 1500 orders […]