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2020 Ram 2500 Trim Levels Overview for the Best Buy
For Bay City drivers looking for more from their full-size truck, the Ram 2500 is a model that deserves special attention. This ultra-powerful 2020 Ram 2500 is packed with a host of premium performance and exclusive features, making it ready for any challenge. The 2020 Ram 2500 has seven trim levels. Basic Level Ram 2500 - Tradesman, the other six are Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Big Horn, Lone Star, Power Wagon, and Limited.
Each trim level offers robust features and different functions inside and outside. For your help to decide which of the 2020 Ram 2500 trim levels is right for you, our team at Reliance Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram has noted down the key feature found in the different configurations of the Ram 2500.
2020 Ram 2500 Tradesman
The Ram 2500 Tradesman extracts up to 410hp from a 6.4-liter V8 petrol engine block. This naturally-sucked powertrain proudly displays the HEMI logo and provides a maximum torque of 429 lb-ft. This entry-level Ram pickup comes standard with a TorqueFlite automatic transmission with eight different gear sequences. This dedicated gearbox also creates over 40 unique wiring diagrams for responsive performance. Inside the Tradesman Edition is a single alternator that produces up to 180 amps. Again, this basic model can be equipped with two 220 amp alternators to meet demanding driving conditions.
2020 Ram 2500 Big Horn
The Ram 2500 Big Horn can fit with an optional Cummins I-6 engine block. A turbocharger helps this diesel engine deliver up to 850 lb-ft of maximum torque. Combined with the six-speed automatic transmission from the Aisin Series, this six-cylinder transmission also produces 370 hp. An anti-spin rear differential is optional on this powerful RAM. An electronic gearshift system also controls the transfer case for optimum traction. In terms of looks, the Big Horn version features a chrome bumper and a black-trim grille. Notable interior elements include vinyl door upholstery and fabric seat upholstery.
2020 Ram 2500 Lone Star
Technically similar to the Big Horn trim, the Lone Star State added bespoke style hints to the 2020 model. While the truck's exterior receives chrome handles on the door handles and grille, there are badges and symbols inside and out, to remember that this model allows for the pride of the South. The Lone Star has 18-inch wheels and can be fitted with a fifth wheel harness to pull any cowboy's horse trailer.
2020 Ram 2500 Power Wagon
The dynamic 2020 Ram 2500 Power Wagon is equipped with OWL tires suitable for use on and off-road. This mid-range pickup has LED headlights with black bezels for style. You also get powder coated bumpers and LED fog lights on this sturdy Ram pickup. The transfer trolley is connected to a manual switching system for precise control of the transmission during operation.
The Power Wagon version also has durable shock absorbers from the well-known Bilstein brand. Besides, this fairing has protective panels covering the fuel tank, transfer case, and front suspension.
2020 Ram 2500 Limited
The Ram 2500 is slightly cheaper than the Limited Power Wagon, but that does not mean it is less powerful. The pickup has the most impressive engine: the 5.7-liter Hemi V8. The vehicle gives 383 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. Thanks to variable valve timing technology, you can expect excellent fuel economy. These factors play a role in a maximum weight of 17,510 pounds and a payload of 3,610 pounds.
2020 Ram 2500 Laramie
Laramie Trim adds LED lighting to the front and rear for increased front seat adjustability (10-way power adjustment for driver and passenger seats, including lumbar support). The seats are heated in the front, and a larger 8.4-inch infotainment screen has been added along with the Alpine 9-speaker sound system, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
2020 Ram 2500 Laramie Longhorn
If you choose the Laramie Longhorn trim, you will see a lot of interior features. The shop includes premium real wood accent interiors, a stylish addition that helps transform your cabin. You'll also find the 8.4 NAV unconnected system with an 8.4-inch touchscreen complemented by the standard nine Alpine speakers.
The best is dual-zone automatic temperature control, which allows drivers and passengers to customize their specific area's vehicle temperature.
Our list of Ram 2500 trucks is vast, and we invite you to stop by Reliance Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in the Bay City, Texas, soon to check it out. Whether you visit the dealership in person or review online inventory to begin your search for a new truck, our sales representatives are available to support your efforts.
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2020 Ram 2500 Interior, Release Date, Specs
2020 Ram 2500 Interior, Release Date, Specs
2020 Ram 2500 Interior, Release Date, Specsâ The particular weighty-task pickups come to be the car that may do just about every little thing. It can be used as family members move yet still be at liberty with all the outstanding towing and payload ability. A similar improvement we found fairly recently by 50 per cent-colour trucks including Ford-150 along with Chevy Silverado, however, now it isâŠ
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Em que as picapes americanas sĂŁo diferentes das brasileiras?
As opçÔes de picapes americanas vem lentamente aumentando no Brasil e elas são bastante diferente do que estamos acostumados
Por anos o mercado de caminhonetes no Brasil era dominado por modelos americanos: as Ford F100 e Chevrolet C14 protagonizavam, enquanto a Dodge D100 era um mero coadjuvante. Em 1979 a Fiat criou a categoria das picapes compactas derivadas de carros de passeio, mas dentre as picapes tradicionais as americanas reinavam.
Com a abertura das importaçÔes nos anos 90 chegaram as picapes médias japonesas. Nessa mesma época os fabricantes americanos apostaram nesse segmento de picapes médias, decisão que se mostrou acertada. Com a Chevrolet Silverado saindo de linha em janeiro de 2002 restou apenas a Ford F250 no segmento de picapes grandes.
A Ford F250 foi a Ășltima picape americana fabricada no Brasil
A entĂŁo Daimler-Chrysler, hoje Stellantis, tomou uma decisĂŁo ousada de importar a Dodge Ram 2500 para o Brasil. A picape vinha em uma configuração maior que a da F250 e com interior mais equipado, saindo da imagem de veĂculo de trabalho. O sucesso nĂŁo foi estrondoso, mas foi o suficiente para mantĂȘ-la em linha.
As picapes americanas estĂŁo voltando ao Brasil
No final de 2020, a Ram anunciou a vinda do modelo 1500 Rebel, equipada com motor V8 a gasolina. O primeiro lote da picape esgotou em menos de 24 horas, mesmo sem vir com o motor diesel que os brasileiros amam tanto nesse tipo de veĂculo.
A Ram 3500 jĂĄ estĂĄ confirmada para o Brasil
Agora foi a vez da irmĂŁ maior da nossa conhecida Ram 2500 ser confirmada para o Brasil, o modelo 3500. Essa picape gigante utiliza rodagem dupla no eixo traseiro, algo que estamos acostumados a ver em veĂculos comerciais.
A Ford F150 jĂĄ Ă© vendida na Argentina com motor 5.0 V8 e pode chegar em breve
A Ford e a Chevrolet nĂŁo confirmam, mas elas podem estar prestes a anunciar picapes grandes americanas no Brasil. A Chevrolet Silverado 1500 jĂĄ Ă© vendida em paĂses da AmĂ©rica do Sul como o Chile, Paraguai e Uruguai; jĂĄ a F150 pode ser encontrada na Argentina, Uruguai e Paraguai.
Os nossos vizinhos do Uruguai podem comprar uma Silverado 1500 com motor 3.0 diesel de forma oficial
A alta do agronegĂłcio, popularidade do estilo de vida rural e atĂ© as mĂșsicas sertanejas influenciam no interesse por essas picapes americanas. Muitos as chamam de âpicapes de verdadeâ por serem grandes e imponentes quando comparadas com as picapes mĂ©dias.
Picapes americanas tĂȘm uso diferente do que estamos acostumados
Historicamente, as picapes grandes se popularizaram em zonas rurais. As antigas caminhonetes Ford e Chevrolet auxiliavam fazendeiros em regiĂ”es longe do asfalto, mesmo sem ter tração 4Ă4. Por isso o brasileiro prioriza a capacidade de carga nesses veĂculos.
Os picapeiros brasileiros priorizam a capacidade de carga na caçamba
Com a legislação permitindo os motores diesel em caminhonetes com capacidade de carga acima de 1.000 kg, os fabricantes aumentaram a capacidade de carga das picapes americanas feitas no Brasil. As picapes médias japonesas conquistaram o Brasil rapidamente por lidarem bem com grandes cargas na caçamba e também pela confiabilidade.
Por anos o habitat das caminhonetes no Brasil era o interior
Capacidade de reboque Ă© quem manda
Enquanto isso nos EUA, as picapes ganharam mercado pela capacidade de reboque. Os tradicionais sedãs e peruas com chassi separado da carroceria eram bastante usados para rebocar, mas com as leis de emissÔes estrangulando os motores V8 desses carros, os consumidores migraram para as picapes e SUV grandes.
As picapes maiores são feitas para rebocar trailers através de uma quinta roda, igual aos caminhÔes
A legislação de trĂąnsito atual dos EUA torna praticamente impossĂvel para que um carro de passeio seja homologado para puxar reboques, prĂĄtica comum na Europa atĂ© hoje. Por isso temos hoje picapes americanas que possuem capacidade de carga inferior a de modelos compactos brasileiros.
A Ford F450 Ă© hoje a picape americana com a maior capacidade de reboque. Ela Ă© capaz de tracionar quase 17 toneladas
Na Ram 1500 a capacidade de carga Ă© de apenas 610 kg, mas a capacidade de reboque Ă© de 5.062 kg. A Ram Ă© por enquanto a Ășnica da categoria tambĂ©m a oferecer molas helicoidais no eixo traseiro, tendo uma suspensĂŁo a ar como opcional (nos EUA), mostrando que o foco Ă© rebocar trailers no asfalto com conforto e estabilidade.
Conheça a Ram 1500 em detalhes na avaliação Autopapo:
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Tecnologia Ă© aliada das picapes
Nas categorias acima a capacidade de reboque dessas picapes Ă© ainda maior, com a Ford F450 capaz de puxar quase 17 toneladas. Isso Ă© resultado de uma guerra publicitĂĄria que estĂĄ acontecendo nas Ășltimas dĂ©cadas nos EUA, onde todo fabricante quer ostentar o tĂtulo de maior capacidade de reboque da categoria.
Junto dessa briga existe uma paralela sobre qual fabricante oferece mais equipamentos para ajudar nessa tarefa: modulação eletrĂŽnica dos freios do reboque, controle de estabilidade com calibração especĂfica e cĂąmera de rĂ© que torna o trailer âinvisĂvelâ sĂŁo algumas das tecnologias que nasceram dessa competição.
Fora de estrada nĂŁo Ă© o forte dessas picapes, mas existem versĂ”es especĂficas para essa proposta
E diferente do brasileiro, que exige tração 4Ă4, as picapes 4Ă2 ainda sĂŁo populares nos EUA por usuĂĄrios que moram em regiĂ”es onde nĂŁo neva. Os interessados por usar a caminhonete em trilhas procuram modelos especĂficos para isso como a Ford F150 Raptor, a Ram 2500 Power Wagon ou a Chevrolet Silverado TrailBoss.
Entenda as categorias
Caminhonetes e caminhĂ”es sĂŁo classificados em classes que vĂŁo de 1 a 8 nos EUA, divididas pelo peso bruto total (PBT). Os veĂculos atĂ© a categoria 6 podem ser dirigidos com carteira de habilitação comum, com a habilitação de uso comercial (equivalente a CNH E brasileira) sendo exigida apenas para as classes 7 e 8.
A Classe 1 engloba as nossas conhecidas picapes mĂ©dias, com PBT de atĂ© 2.722 kg; A Classe 2a Ă© a da Ford F150, Ram 1500 e Silverado 1500, com PBT de atĂ© 3.856 kg; Acima vem a classe 2b, da Ram 2500, F250 e Silverado 2500, com PBT atĂ© 4.536  kg. A classe 3 Ă© a Ășltima com picapes, englobando as Ford F350 e F450, Silverado 3500 e Ram 3500, com PBT de atĂ© 6.350 kg.
As classes 4, 5, 6 e 7 jĂĄ sĂŁo caminhĂ”es feitos para receber implementos como baĂș ou carga seca. Por fim existe a classe 8, com cavalos mecĂąnicos.
Os nĂșmeros â como 1500, 2500 e 3500 usados pela Ram â sĂŁo herança de classificaçÔes antigas das picapes. Esses nĂșmeros representavam a capacidade de carga das picapes em libras, ou seja, uma Ford F100 era homologada para 453 kg (1.000 libras), jĂĄ a Chevrolet C20 era homologada para 907 kg (2.000 libras).
Essa regra caiu em desuso com a evolução das caminhonetes e tambĂ©m com as diferentes opçÔes de capacidade de carga que cada modelo oferecia. Mas os nĂșmeros foram mantidos pela facilidade de identificar a categoria de cada modelo.
Por: Autopapo
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What All Does The 2020 Ram 2500 Truck Variant Includes? Here It is!
The 2020 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks are about tough terrains, extreme hauling, towing, sturdiness and comfort! Being equipped with conventional and efficient 6.2-liter V-8 engine and a strong frame, the comprehensive award-winning gears can handle everything, tough jobs and family trips.
Thus, with no doubt the Ram Truck Dealer in Texas, have entitled this truck as the Jack of All Trades!!
With some captivating list of tech attributes and best in class interior in this segment, this variant has impressive luxury car details.
No one can beat the legendary Cummins turbo diesel engine, 1000 lb-ft of torque it delivers across every rough, bumpy, and sloppy path.
Before we jump on to its upgrades, this variant presents with six trim levels;
Tradesman- $35,440
Big Horn- $39,590
Laramie- $51,045
Power Wagon- $54,945
Longhorn- $58,345
Limited- $63,445
Here are few upgrades that have been highlighted by the Ram Truck Dealer in Texas, for the 2020 year model of Ram Truck 2500.
Well the good news is that the changes arenât much extended for the 2020 year.
The brand new Ram Heavy Duty Night Edition is presented on the Laramie and Big Horn trim levels, which consists of monochromatic scheme in an assortment of body colors with a black interior, black badging, and black 20-inch wheels.
All trim levels now come with Lane-keeping assist and adaptive steering.
The trailer coverage which is equipped with blind-spot monitoring, is offered along with a trailer tire-pressure-monitoring system.
New in the town of Ram 2500 truck is an auxiliary camera interface, which supports up to two cameras.
A 50-gallon fuel tank is now a choice on Crew Cab variants with an eight-foot bed capacity. The off-road-potent Power Wagon receives black wheels, while all trims are presented in two brand- new colors.
Olive Green
Hydro Blue
Are you still searching for the Ram Truck Dealers near me? Itâs time to pause. As the Reliance Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram stores are all set to solve all your queries you have for the 2020 Ram truck 2500 models.
Few of the features which this Ram truck holds are;
Engine
It is equipped with the three engines. All of its power comes from the 410 horsepower 6.4-liter V-8, which offers 429-lb- ft of torque.
The first is available in 2500 models and delivers 370 horsepower and 850 lb-ft of torque. And the rest both engines are backed by a six-speed automatic mechanism.
At 1060 pounds, the Cummins engine offsets the V-8 an astounding number of 490 pounds.
Moving on with the towing and Payload capacity, it has a towing capacity of 35,100 pounds and a maximum payload of 7680 pounds, which is more than sufficient for more jobs and weekend trips.
Interior, Cargo and Comfort
The Ram's extensive number of trim levels and Crew cab styles mean its passenger space, in-cabin tech features and interior materials, can vary widely in terms of quality and quantity.
The cabin's assembly has functional controls and plethora of interior cubby storage space. Its center console can store a laptop with a 15.0-inch screen.
The 2020 Ram Truck 2500 infotainment and connectivity is intuitive. The Ram's system is intuitive, with easy to use menus.
It responds quickly to user inputs, and its 8.0-inch touchscreen is large and well installed.
Ram also has a giant 12.0-inch reconfigurable touchscreen, largest in the class and gives the truck's interior a high-tech feel and appeal.
Navigation a 4G LTE mobile hotspot, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration.
It comes with five USB ports and up to three 115-volt outlets, which can knob up to 400 watts to charge or run tools promptly.
Essential of all is Safety and thus the safety features in the truck is;
Forward-collision warning with emergency braking
Rear cross-traffic assist with blind-spot monitoring
Adaptive cruise control
To know more about the 2020 Ram 2500 Truck in details, head towards the Reliance Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram updated inventory.
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2020 RAM 2500 Diesel, Release Date, Interior
2020 RAM 2500 Diesel, Release Date, Interior
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The 2021 Ram 2500 Truck Is Designed For The Driver Of Today!
The new 2021 Ram 2500 redesigned has the features and performance you need for whatever your day has in store for you. This iconic pickup truck has the power and reliability you need to win the day before.
The Reliance CDJR Dealership has a stock of new 2021 Ram 2500 models and a dedicated team of personnel to find the right model for you. Whether off-road or towing a trailer, the new Ram 2500 2021 is tailored to the job you want to do.
Continue reading to find out more about this best-selling pickup truck and its range below.
Tradesman: This base level leads with Bluetooth, 17-inch steel wheels, and a 5-inch touchscreen audio system.
Big Horn: Next up is the Big Horn model, which incorporates large 18-inch steel wheels, durable fabric seats, and trailer brake controls.
Laramie: The Laramie features an improved 18-inch alloy wheel, a larger 8.4-inch touchscreen display, a heated front seat, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity.
Power Wagon: The new power wagon model climbs the ladder. Variations on this trim include all-wheel drive, front and rear parking sensors, satellite radio, and off-road suspension.
Laramie Longhorn: Laramie Longhorn merges technology and luxury with features such as navigation, a heated steering wheel, heated second-row seats, and LED exterior lights.
Limited: Finally, there is a Limited model with 20-inch alloy wheels, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and an electric running board.
Impressive Performance
The standard engine of the 2021 Ram 2500 range is 6.4-liter V8 petrol with 410 horsepower. It has a cylinder deactivation feature that helps you save a little more fuel at a lower cost.
Rear-wheel drive is standard, four-wheel drive is optional, and all gas HDs come with a smooth 8-speed automatic 2021 Ram 2500 transmission.
The Ram 2500 has towing capacity of 9,370 lbs and a maximum payload of 4,520 lbs. It's still exceptional and more than enough for most buyers' needs.
The larger 6.4-liter V8 engine has all the power you need for daily activities, and all that power is delivered directly to the wheel quickly. Shifts are smooth and quick, with no sign of interruption.
Breathtaking Appearance
The cabin of the Ram 2500 truck is desirable and spacious. All vehicles in the heavy-duty pickup segment have comfortable cabins and space for at least 5 to 6 people.
Each trim level of the 2021 Ram 2500 truck lineup has its own elements. However, to keep the cabins quiet, they all come with standard features like active sound cancellation and acoustic glass.
The material used inside is made of premium quality, such as real wood and metal. It is also clear that it is a modern take on a classic interior. The massive center console can be configured in 12 ways, with extra storage space attached to the rear seat bench and a double glove compartment. The two ram bins on the floor of the model are closed and not visible.
Safety Features
In terms of safety features, the 2021 Ram 2500 Truck should be similar to its 2020 counterpart. The standard safety features that will be available in the 2021 Ram 2500 Trucks include Driver and passenger front-impact airbags, Overhead airbags, Driver and passenger side-impact airbags, Side impact beams, Seatbelt pretensioners, Brake Assist, ABS, Electronic stability control with anti-roll, Panic alarm, Front and rear parking sensors, Blindspot warning system.
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Our main motto here is to ensure that you get the 2021 Ram 2500 for sale of your dreams during your visit.
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Ford F-250 Tremor, Bronco et Wrangler HEMI
Le 14 juillet 2020
Voulez-vous vraiment Ă©pater la galerie avec un vĂ©hicule? Alors, prĂ©sentez-vous Ă une rĂ©union de famille ou chez un groupe dâamis au volant dâun pick-up Ford F-250 Platinum Tremor! Vous entendrez alors toutes sortes de remarques comme : «Eh, que câest gros cela!» ou encore «Et glou et glou et glouâŠÂ» ou mĂȘme : «Je ne suis pas un gars de truck maisâŠjâavoue!».
Le vĂ©hicule dont il est question dans ce blogue cette semaine est le tout nouveau Ford F-250 Super Duty Platinum Tremor. Au dĂ©part, je devrais vous parler des retouches esthĂ©tiques apportĂ©es Ă la gamme Super Duty pour 2020 mais avant tout, je dois vous prĂ©ciser que Ford a crĂ©Ă© la version Tremor surtout pour concurrencer le Ram 2500 Power Wagon qui existe dĂ©jĂ depuis quelques annĂ©es au sein de la famille des grands pick-up de FCA et qui connaĂźt une certaine forme de popularitĂ©. Pourquoi Ford nâa-t-il pas rĂ©agit plus tĂŽt Ă ce produit concurrent, on ne sait pas. Mais depuis quelques temps, on sent que le constructeur de Dearborn veut sâimposer dans le domaine des tout-terrains pour devenir une sorte de Land Rover amĂ©ricain mais Ă la diffĂ©rence prĂšs quâil y inclura plusieurs types de camionnettes dont ses gros pick-up.  Je crois que je mâen suis rendu plus compte lorsque Ford mâa prĂȘtĂ©, un peu avant le «confinement», la version FX4 dâun grand VUS Expedition afin de concurrencer les Tahoe Z71 et compagnie.
La version Tremor vient dâapparaĂźtre sur le F-250 2020 dont lâavant a Ă©tĂ© lĂ©gĂšrement retouchĂ©. (Photo Ăric Descarries)
La ligne extĂ©rieure de ce Ford Super Duty est avec nous depuis 2017. Seules quelques retouches lui ont Ă©tĂ© apportĂ©es depuis. On reconnaĂźtra les versions 2020 Ă leur calandre, Ă leurs phares lĂ©gĂšrement redessinĂ©s et aux feux arriĂšre rĂ©visĂ©s. Mais le tout est plutĂŽt subtilâŠLa carrosserie toujours toute en aluminium nous revient dans ses diffĂ©rentes versions avec cabine rĂ©guliĂšre, allongĂ©e ou Ă quatre portes et Ă ses caisses courtes ou longues. Si Ford annonce une suspension un peu plus basse pour ses Super Duty rĂ©guliers (question de rendre lâaccĂšs Ă lâhabitacle plus facile), ce nâen sera pas le cas de la version Tremor faite pour de vĂ©ritables excursions hors-route. Ce genre dâexercice est nettement plus populaire dans lâouest de notre continent oĂč les aventures dans le dĂ©sert sont plus populaires quâau QuĂ©bec. Mais il y a quand mĂȘme beaucoup dâutilisateurs quĂ©bĂ©cois qui y trouveront lâutilitĂ© de la grande garde au sol et la robustesse du vĂ©hicule en chantier ou dans les champs boueux.
Assez impressionnant, ce F-250 Platinum Tremor. (Photo Ăric Descarries)
Le F-250 Super Duty Tremor serait lâoutil idĂ©al pour remorquer cet ancien tracteur Renault. (Photo Ăric Descarries)
La suspension et les pneus du Tremor sont vraiment faits pour du travail hors-route. (Photo Ăric Descarries)
LâintĂ©rieur des Super Duty est presque identique Ă celui des F-150 sauf que, malgrĂ© la diffĂ©rence des diverses finitions, il y a aussi plusieurs commandes dâaccessoires uniques aux Super Duty. En 2020, Ford propose lâaccessoire de lâaide Ă©lectronique Ă la marche arriĂšre avec une remorque. Autrement, le tableau de bord est semblable Ă celui du F-150 actuel incluant ce grand Ă©cran central qui sert Ă la camĂ©ra de marche arriĂšre, au systĂšme de navigation (qui demande un peu dâĂ©tude avant son utilisation) et au systĂšme Sync 3 de Ford. Sur la version Platinum qui me fut prĂȘtĂ©e, jâai aussi eu droit au pĂ©dalier et au volant ajustable et surtout aux siĂšges avant avec de multiples rĂ©glages (alors que lâaccĂšs Ă lâhabitacle Ă©tait facilitĂ© par des marchepieds escamotables automatiques). Et ce ne sont pas les coffres qui manquent dont un plus petit au-dessus du coffre Ă gants et un autre caverneux entre les siĂšges avant (chauffants et ventilĂ©s).
Le tableau de bord du F-250 Platinum ressemble Ă celui des F-150 de luxe. (Photo Ăric Descarries)
Vu que les F-250 sont parmi les tracteurs prĂ©fĂ©rĂ©s de grosses maisons-caravanes, il nâest pas surprenant de voir que les places arriĂšre sont trĂšs confortables avec beaucoup dâespace pour les jambes des passagers additionnels. Notons que les coussins se relĂšvent pour offrir un coffre et un grand plancher pour transporter de longs objets qui doivent ĂȘtre protĂ©gĂ©s des Ă©lĂ©ments de la nature. Ah oui! Le ventilateur de la lunette arriĂšre est aussi Ă commande Ă©lectrique comme peut lâĂȘtre le dĂ©clenchement de la commande dâouverture du panneau arriĂšre de la caisse. Dans le cas de mon vĂ©hicule dâessai, il sâagissait dâune benne de six pieds et demi avec recouvrement de protection, accessoires dâarrimage et lâescalier escamotable dans le panneau arriĂšre qui est absolument indispensable dans le cas du Tremor avec suspension surĂ©levĂ©e.
Les places arriĂšre devraient ĂȘtre suffisamment aĂ©rĂ©es pour des passagers lors dâun long trajet. (Photo Ăric Descarries)
Lâescalier escamotable est indispensable avec une caisse arriĂšre aussi haute. (Photo Ăric Descarries)
Lorsque jâai rĂ©servĂ© ce F-250, je croyais bien que Ford nous aurait proposĂ© son nouveau moteur V8 Ă essence (optionnel) de 7,3 litres de 430 chevaux et 475 li-pi de couple (les Edsel de 1958 avaient un V8 Ă essence Mercury de 6,7 litres ou 410 pouces cubes qui affichait aussi 475 li-pi de couple!). Cependant, jâai eu droit au V8 turbodiesel optionnel de 6,7 litres (le V8 Ă essence de 6,2 litres est offert en moteur de base) qui dĂ©veloppe dĂ©sormais 474 chevaux mais 1050 li-pi de couple (Ă 1660 tr-min), une puissance qui commence Ă friser le ridicule. Câest surtout dĂ» Ă une course Ă la puissance devant concurrencer les six cylindres en ligne turbodiesel Cummins de Ram ou les V8 Duramax de GM ! Toutefois, ce qui est intĂ©ressant, câest que ce moteur est combinĂ© Ă une nouvelle boĂźte automatique Ă 10 rapports qui devrait rendre le moteur plus Ă©conomique (notons ici que son concurrent direct, le Ram Power Wagon, nâest livrable quâavec un V8 Ă essence de 6,4 litres). Ăvidemment, la motricitĂ© aux quatre roues sur commande par bouton rotatif est incluse avec le Tremor mais, on nây retrouve pas le mode 4RM automatique comme sur les Silverado et Sierra 2500 Ă©quivalents ce qui serait pratique en hiver. En ce qui a trait aux capacitĂ©s de traction des remorques, il faut consulter les cahiers de spĂ©cification qui Ă©tabliront  celle de chaque vĂ©hicule spĂ©cifique (chĂąssis, type de carrosserie, moteur, transmission, choix des rapports dâengrenage) mais elles peuvent varier de 12 600 Ă 22 800 livres selon que lâattelage soit une boule arriĂšre ou un col de cygne avec prise au centre de la caisse.
Sous cet amas de boyaux, tuyaux et cĂąbles se cache un trĂšs puissant V8 turbodiesel. (Photo Ăric Descarries)
Avec toute cette puissance, «mon» F-250 Tremor Ă©tait capable dâaccĂ©lĂ©rations dâenviron huit secondes pour atteindre le cap des 100 km/h (vide, bien entendu!). Toutefois, ce sont les reprises qui impressionnent, surtout pour passer de la rampe dâaccĂšs Ă lâautoroute mĂȘme grĂące Ă la souplesse de la boĂźte auto Ă dix rapports. Le freinage est aussi plus impressionnant (comparativement Ă une plus vieille version essayĂ©e en mĂȘme temps) ce qui est rassurant pour un vĂ©hicule de plus de 6500 livres. Quant Ă la direction (Ă pompe hydraulique), elle est relativement prĂ©cise avec une bonne tenue de cap sur autoroute. Le Tremor dâessai Ă©tait Ă©quipĂ© de pneus Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac de 35 pouces 285-75 R 18 tout-Ă -fait indiquĂ©s pour les dĂ©placements en terrain difficile, quâil soit boueux ou rocailleux. Ils ne se sont pas rĂ©vĂ©lĂ©s aussi bruyants quâanticipĂ©, surtout sur lâautoroute.
Le F-250 nâa eu aucune difficultĂ© Ă tirer cette remorque chargĂ©e du petit vĂ©hicule industriel. (Photo Ăric Descarries)
Jâai utilisĂ© cette camionnette pour plusieurs fonctions. Outre mes dĂ©placements locaux (pas toujours facile Ă stationner mais lâoption de la camĂ©ra dans la calandre et la vision pĂ©riphĂ©rique du vĂ©hicule en survol peuvent venir en aide), je me suis aussi dirigĂ© vers le parc dâOrford pour y rejoindre mes enfants ce qui mâa permis dâapprĂ©cier, jusquâĂ un certain point, la suspension un peu moins rigide de la premiĂšre «étape» de celle-ci, lâautoroute 10 Ă©tant une bonne piste dâessai vu son revĂȘtement trĂšs imparfait! Il reste que câest une camionnette quand mĂȘme rigide. Mais la visibilitĂ© y est idĂ©ale (ainsi que la position de conduite!).
Jâai aussi utilisĂ© le F-250 pour ce quâil est le plus capable, soit de remorquer. Jây ai donc montĂ© une remorque pour automobile pour dĂ©placer sur quelques kilomĂštres un imposant John Deere Gator. Jâaurais bien aimĂ© profiter du systĂšme de marche arriĂšre avec contrĂŽle de la remorque par commande rotative (grĂące Ă la vue Ă lâĂ©cran) mais cette remorque nâavait pas lâautocollant en forme de damier nĂ©cessaire Ă la lecture par la camĂ©ra arriĂšre ! Quâimporte, cette mĂȘme camĂ©ra est venue en aide pour aligner la camionnette afin de faciliter la manĆuvre dâattache. Puis, vous vous en doutez, malgrĂ© les quelques milliers de livres (ou kilos) en attache, le moteur du F-250 nâa presque pas changĂ© de son signalant le peu dâeffort nĂ©cessaire pour tirer une charge raisonnable.
Rendu Ă destination, jâen ai profitĂ© pour dĂ©tacher la remorque et faire quelques tours de roue sur un terrain de ferme qui, en vĂ©ritĂ©, nâa mĂȘme pas nĂ©cessitĂ© la motricitĂ© aux quatre roues. Toutefois, câĂ©tait dĂ©jĂ agrĂ©able de pouvoir disposer des habilitĂ©s du F-250 surtout judicieusement combinĂ© aux agressifs pneus Goodyear. Enfin, une petite commande de pierre dĂ©corative dĂ©posĂ©e dans la caisse (quelques centaines de livres ou kilos) nâa rien changĂ© au comportement du F-250. Mais jâai bien apprĂ©ciĂ© lâescalier escamotable pour dĂ©charger le tout⊠à la main!
Vous vous demandez certainement combien il mâen a coĂ»tĂ© pour refaire le plein du rĂ©servoir! Pour tout ce travail et ces dĂ©placements sur plus de 660 kilomĂštres, jâai quand mĂȘme obtenu une moyenne de consommation de 14,1 l./100 km alors que lâordinateur de bord indiquait 13,6 au compteur. Compte-tenu que le litre de carburant diesel se dĂ©taillait 0,999 $ Ă la pompe au lieu des 1,10 $ pour de lâessence rĂ©guliĂšre, je calcule que cette dĂ©pense Ă©tait raisonnable.
Toutefois, lĂ oĂč vous sursauterez peut-ĂȘtre, câest Ă la facture du vĂ©hicule lui-mĂȘme. Un F-250 4 X 4 avec cabine dâĂ©quipe dĂ©bute Ă 78 709 $. Ajoutez-y la (toujours aussi ridicule) taxe dâaccise du fĂ©dĂ©ral pour le climatiseur de 100 $, les 10 575 $ pour lâoption du V8 diesel et boĂźte auto Ă 10 rapports, les 170 $ pour les carpettes en caoutchouc, les 5120 $ pour lâoption Tremor (incluant les gros pneus, leurs roues et les plaques de protection entre autre), les 1750 $ du grand toit panoramique double, les 477 $ de lâattache de remorque, les 225 $ des finitions de passages de roue, les 550 $ de protection intĂ©rieure de la caisse et les 1900 $ de frais de livraison et prĂ©paration et on en arrive Ă un prix final deâŠ99 576 $...plus taxes, Ă©videmment!
MalgrĂ© tous ces compliments, le F-250 Tremor ne sâadresse pas au commun des mortels. Toutefois, ceux qui recherchent un puissant tracteur de caravanes imposantes de luxe (pour les longs voyages) ou de remorques de travail ou de loisir (pour chevaux ou autos de course) combinĂ© Ă un outil de travail plus que robuste capable de se dĂ©placer en terrains parfois inhospitaliers y trouveront fort possiblement la rĂ©ponse Ă leurs attentes.
Il existe des versions F-350 et F-450 des Super Duty aussi livrables avec des finitions de grand luxe (et des roues arriĂšre double) mais ces camions servent plus Ă des utilisateurs commerciaux. Vous comprendrez alors que ces Ford sont sujets aux contrĂŽles routiers et aux contraintes de vĂ©hicules commerciauxâŠ
Les voici enfin, ces fameuses Bronco !
On devait voir la nouvelle Ford Bronco en versions Ă deux et Ă quatre portes au Salon de lâauto de New York en avril dernier. Mais vous en connaissez maintenant les contraintes qui tout annulĂ© ! Par consĂ©quent, Ford a choisi encore une fois les mĂ©dias sociaux pour dĂ©voiler (avec un peu de retard) ces nouveautĂ©s non seulement Ă la presse spĂ©cialisĂ©e mais aussi au grand public.
Si vous faites une recherche sur You Tube (https://youtu.be/P_5mu-8iSXg), vous y verrez et reverrez cette prĂ©sentation (attention, il y a une petite pause au bout des premiĂšres minutes). Au fur et Ă mesure que le modĂšle sera introduit, on en saura plus. Mais sachez que le grand Bronco sera livrable en versions Ă deux ou quatre portes avec un quatre cylindres ou un V6 EcoBoost (le quatre pourra ĂȘtre livrĂ© avec une boĂźte manuelle). Mais ce nâest pas tout! Ce nâest pas que le Bronco dont il sera question mais le dĂ©part de la «Famille Bronco» Ă laquelle il faut dĂ©jĂ ajouter la plus petite Bronco Sport basĂ©e, dans son cas, sur lâarchitecture de lâEscape. Ce sera donc tout un dossier Ă suivre. Mais, regardez la vidĂ©o sur You Tube!
La Bronco 2021 en version Ă deux portes. (Photo Ford)
La Bronco 2021 en version Ă quatre portes. (Photo Ford)
La Bronco Sport 2021. (Photo Ford)
FCA réplique avec un projet de Jeep Wrangler V8
En mĂȘme temps, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles a voulu protĂ©ger ses «fans» de Jeep Wrangler en dĂ©voilant une Ă©tude de style (en fait, un prototype) mue par un moteur HEMI V8 qui devrait voir la production dans un avenir rapprochĂ©. Qui plus est, il est mĂȘme question dâune version Ă©lectrique de Wrangler. DĂ©cidemment, le segment des vĂ©hicules rĂ©crĂ©atifs sâanime. On devrait voir de plus en plus de vrais VUS (vĂ©hicules utilitaires SPORT) refaire surfaceâŠen autant que leurs propriĂ©taires puissent vraiment les exploiter en terrain sauvage!Â
Le prototype de Jeep Wrangler Ă moteur V8 de 450 chevaux devrait ĂȘtre mis en production dans un avenir rapprochĂ©. (Photo FCA)
Une Renault au Québec?
Vue dans la rĂ©gion de Saint-JĂ©rĂŽme, cette Renault MĂ©gane de la pĂ©riode des annĂ©es 2007-08 avec des jantes «custom». Peut-ĂȘtre pas extraordinaire si lâon vit en Europe mais ici, câest plutĂŽt rare! En fait, le style de cette auto a Ă©tĂ© vivement critiquĂ© dans le passĂ©. Mais vue dans notre contexte, câest inusitĂ© et pas dĂ©sagrĂ©able Ă voir!
Une MĂ©gane au QuĂ©bec! Rare! (Photo Ăric Descarries)
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Best New Overland Vehicles: Factory-Backed Off-Roaders Ready for the Trail
For many overlanders and off-roaders, modifying their SUV or truck is half the funâI know this full well, as Iâve watched my wife turn her Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid into a light-duty overland expedition rig. But modifying any vehicle (not to mention assuming you know better than a team of highly skilled automotive engineers) can be risky, especially if you plan on heading off the beaten path.
At worst, a poorly chosen part could break, leaving you stranded a long hike from the nearest pavement. At best, you might destroy the way your vehicle drives. With that in mind, hereâs a list of MotorTrendâs picks of the best new overland vehicles.
All 10 of these trucks and SUVs are ready for overland travels right off the lot, and theyâve also been tried and tested by us off-road on the trail. Weâve also kept in mind prices, factory options, and payload capacities. After all, a vehicle thatâs good off-road but canât haul your rooftop tent and gear is of little use. Hereâs what we came up with:
2020 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2
Price: $44,490 Pros: Tremendously versatileâequally at home on the highway, running the Baja, and rock crawling. AEV Bison package is appealing for overlanding, too. Cons: Cabin is spacious but feels cheap; diesel fuel economy should be better.
The Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 has proven itself to be a capable overlander multiple times, including on our journey across the Trans-Labrador Highway and on the infamous Mojave Road. We love its standard MultiMatic DSSV dampers, which give the ZR2 exceptional manners both on the road and off it, and its electronic full-locking front and rear differentials for low-traction situations, which is becoming increasingly rare from factory vehicles.
Available with a 308-hp 3.6-liter V-6 or a 186-hp 2.8-liter turbodiesel I-4 and with a payload capacity of up to 1,100 pounds, the Colorado ZR2 is also available with the AEV Bison package. That adds boron steel skidplates and bumpers for extra peace of mind off-road.
2020 Ford F-150 Raptor
Price: $55,150 Pros: Powerful, fast, and fun to drive. Fordâs Trail Control and off-road drive modes help make things easy. Cons: The Raptorâs payload is unimpressive for its size, and its dimensions might give you trouble on narrow trails.
Arguably the vehicle responsible for starting the warranty-backed desert-running truck craze, the Raptor is unsurprisingly quite capable as an overland platform, too. Although its large size might make life trickier on narrow trails (its tires and fender flares make it wide enough to require clearance lights), the Raptorâs cushy Baja-ready electronically adjustable Fox shock absorbers, meaty tires, and powerful 450-hp 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6 help make it one of the most fun-to-drive overlanders on this list. Donât forget to tick the box for the bead-lock wheels (allowing you to run super low tire pressures without the tires falling off the rim) and the limited-slip front differential. The Raptor has payload capacity of up to 1,000-1,200-pounds.
2020/2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon/Mojave
Price: $45,370 Pros: Like a billy goat, a stock Gladiator can take you almost anywhere, thanks to its long list of standard off-road features. Good payload capacity for its size, too. Cons: The manual is geared too tall, cabin can be noisy, sub-par breakover angle, and Gladiators get pricey quickly.
Despite just losing to the Colorado Bison in a recent comparison, the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon and the newly released Gladiator Mojave are easy adds to this list. If the Gladiatorâs segment-best four-wheel drive payload of up to 1,200 pounds doesnât pique your interest, the tremendous capability brought forth by its off-road hardware should.
The Rubicon model, the more rock-focused of the two, sports locking front and rear differentials, an electronic anti-roll bar disconnect for increased articulation, and a low range with a 4:1 crawl ratio. We havenât driven the desert-focused Gladiator Mojave yet, but we have no reason to believe it would be less capable than the Rubicon. It gets a beefed-up frame and shocks to handle high speeds across the desert, plus a wider front track for better stability.
It also gets a locking rear differential, but it lacks a front locker or anti-roll bar disconnect. Both models get 33-inch tires, steel bumpers, skidplates, rock rails, and a standard 3.6-liter V-6 with 285 hp. One knock: Its long wheelbase means the Gladiator drags its well-armored belly on nearly everything.
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
Price: $43,620 Pros: See Jeep Gladiator: There arenât many places a stock Wrangler wonât go. Tremendously capable and well-thought-out package from the factory. Cons: Low payload capacity, cabin can be noisy, and the Jeepâs suspension setup favors a steady pace, unlike some of the desert runners on this list.
An off-road comparison test winner and 2019 SUV of the Year, the Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon is an easy add to this list. Few vehicles are as tremendously capable from the factory floor as the Wrangler Rubicon. Sporting the exact same hardware as the Gladiator Rubicon but in a more compact, maneuverable package, the Wrangler can directly trace its lineage back to the World War II Willys MB, the vehicle that created the SUV and this segment.
A 285-hp 3.6-liter V-6 is standard on the Wrangler, and both a 270-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 (our favorite) and a 260-hp 3.0-liter turbodiesel V-6 are optional. The Wranglerâs payload capacity is 892 pounds, though, so pack light.
2020 Land Rover Defender 110
Price: $50,925 Pros: A thoroughly modern 21st century overlander; supremely comfortable and capable with a high payload capacity. Seats up to eight. Cons: The mild hybrid engine is an expensive option; brakes can be a bit touchy.
Itâs easy to dismiss the new Defender 110 for its unibody chassis and fully independent air suspension, but despite its modernity itâs a tremendously capable (and comfortable) overlander. With full-time four-wheel drive, automatic locking center and rear differentials, and Land Roverâs latest Terrain Response software, the Defender drastically reduces the learning curve for budding overland enthusiasts.
Land Rover also offers an Explorer package from the factory, complete with a heavy-duty expedition-style roof rack and snorkel, a winch, an onboard air compressor, a shower (say what?), and more. Weâve yet to drive the base 296-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4, but the optional 395-hp 3.0-liter electrically supercharged and turbocharged I-6 is more than sufficiently powerful. Payload ratings of as much as 2,100 pounds are truly impressive.
2020 Ram 2500 Power Wagon
Price: $50,085 Pros: Arguably the most off-road-capable pickup on the market; great payload capacity; and a standard winch, lockers, and electronic anti-roll bar disconnect. Cons: If you thought the Raptor was big, wait until you see this thing. Has a drinking problem.
Like the Wrangler, the Ram 2500 Power Wagon can trace its roots back to World War II, when the Dodge WC (to be named âPower Wagonâ when the civilian version went on sale in 1946) helped the Allies in their winning war effort. Itâs modern descendant has proven itself time and time again, ably conquering whatever we can throw at it despite its size.
Powered by a thirsty 6.4-liter V-8 with 410 hp, the Power Wagon sports locking front and rear diffs, an electronic anti-roll bar disconnect, steel body armor, and a Warn winch rated for 12,000 pounds. Although the Power Wagon is a stand-alone model, itâs also possible to spec it as a package on the base Tradesman model. Itâs rated to haul 1,500-1,620 pounds.
2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
Price: $50,985 Pros: Impressive payload, great ride quality, and beefy drivetrain. Cons: Dated, cramped cabinâpowertrain is even older. Inefficient for its size.
The 4Runner has long been a favorite of off-roaders because of its perceived reliability and large aftermarket support. With the creation of the TRD Pro model in 2017, you no longer need to modify your 4Runner to take a beating, as itâs tremendously capable out of the box.
Long-travel Fox Racing Shox, a locking rear diff, a snorkel, and Toyotaâs Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) system are all standard on the 4Runner TRD Pro. Despite its capability, the 4Runner is one of the most dated vehicles on this list, with a cramped, cheap-feeling cabin and a 270-hp 4.0-liter V-6 that dates back to 2002. Even with its old powertrain, this old girl can haul up to 1,550 pounds.
2020 Toyota Land Cruiser
Price: $86,740 Pros: Lives up to its legendary reputation; will likely last longer than you will; off-road turn assist makes the Land Cruiser feel far smaller than it is. Cons: Sheâs a thirsty girl; third row impedes cargo space; transmissionâs tall gearing can make life more difficult than it needs to be off-road, especially at higher attitudes.
More than any other vehicle, the Toyota Land Cruiserâs reputation is overlanding. Since they first went into production in 1951, Land Cruisers have been favorites of explorers, farmers, militaries, armed militias, and everything in between because of their capability, durability, and reliability.
The current Land Cruiser is getting on in years and is on the bigger side, but itâs tough to beat this package. Its 381-hp 5.7-liter V-8 is backed up by locking center and rear differentials, Multi-Terrain Select, a neat turn assist feature negating its size disadvantage, and the fantastic-riding hydraulic suspension. The functionally identical (though approach angleâchallenged) Lexus LX 570 is also available. Skip the third-row package to put its 1,320 pound payload capacity to good use.
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2020 Ford F-Series Super Duty Tremor
Price: $53,390 Pros: Nothing here can haul as much as far as the F-350 Tremor. Cons: Like the Power Wagon and Raptor, the Tremor is massive. Itâs thirsty, too.
Although weâve yet to go overlanding with the new Ford Super Duty Tremor, early impressions off-road are promising. Fordâs answer to the Power Wagon, the Tremor is available in F-250 and F-350 forms and capable of hauling up to 3,890 pounds. Powertrains include a monstrous 7.3-liter V-8 with 430 hp or a 6.7-liter turbodiesel V-8 with 475 hp. The Tremor package gives the Super Duty an off-road-oriented suspension with a lift, a locking rear and limited-slip front differential, and massive 35-inch off-road tires.
2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro
Price: $45,055 Pros: Great ride quality, tidy dimensions, and a decent payload. Cons: Poor powertrain calibration and lack of low-end grunt; cramped cabin, especially for taller drivers.
The Tacoma TRD Pro is arguably the most popular overland vehicle in the U.S. Thereâs a lot we like about the Tacomaâchiefly the bits it shares with the 4Runner, such as its comfy Fox Shox, Multi-Terrain Select system, snorkel, tidy dimensions, and 1,175-pound payload. Weâre less fond of the Tacomaâs underpowered 278-hp 3.5-liter V-6, jerky transmission, and cramped cabin; itâs capable stock, but nowhere near as capable as it needs to be. Even so, with those caveats, the Tacoma TRD Pro is certainly worthy of consideration.
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First Drive: 2020 Ram 1500 Rebel, 2500 Power Wagon 2020 Ram 1500 RebelDerek McNaughton / Driving Callaghan Valley, B.C. A large boulder normally sits on the upper trail leading to Sproatt Cabin, a tiny but breathtaking log abode nested in the alpine near Whistler. Its usually accessible only by snowmobile, ATV, skis or a serious hike, yet today, with the boulder mechanically moved aside, we drove to the summit in trucks.Not just any trucks, mind you. The 2020 Ram 1500 Rebel and 2500 Power Wagon two of the most off-road-ready pickups you can get right off the showroom floor became our steeds for this journey in an effort to prove these two pickups were not just about big grilles and badging, but that underneath those sculpted hoods were half tons and three quarter tons capable of conquering terrain better suited to a lifted Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.That much was evident by bush so narrow that the sides of these $60,000-plus pickups were constantly being scrubbed by branches that clawed at the paint more like brushes in an automatic car wash. It was clear, too, in the perilous drop offs, that the big rocks, steep inclines, tight turns, scraped trees, the muddy and greasy and water-laden path that would be a challenge even to the knobbiest-tired ATV. Yet onward and upward the trucks marched, like snowcats of the dirt. Introduced in the Second World War as a weapons carrier, the Power Wagon is known to many as the first mass produced 44, replete with a 10,000-pound winch and two-speed transfer case.
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Ford has updated its Super Duty truck range for 2020 and included among the lineup is a off-road package dubbed Tremor, which is available on the F-250 and F-350 models and in multiple grades. The package turns the big Ford into a worthy alternative to Ram's 2500 Power Wagon, and it has the advantage that it's available with either the 2020 Super... Viknesh Vijayenthiran2020 Ford Super Duty gets Tremor Off-Road Package with available 7.3-liter V-8 https://ift.tt/2KFnpXg
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