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Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Bill Wallmuller @ Tuesday, 16th January 2007 @ 9:47 AM

My working career revolved around commercial trucks and commercial truck tires. I have purchased, studied, tested and sold many truck tire brands, styles and applications including light truck, industrial and earthmover tires. It seems that there was rubber in my veins from the very beginning. I want to share some ideas and thoughts about locating and purchasing tires on line. Finding the best deal on truck tires using the internet is becoming easier than ever to accomplish. From ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Greg Lucas @ Thursday, 4th January 2007 @ 5:55 PM

The popular hummer vehicle manufactured by General Motors actually uses the design of the HumVee military vehicle. This vehicle was created to replace the old military jeeps of the US Army because it was getting obsolete in the sense that it cannot be adapted to the new requirements of the US Army today. The need to traverse rough terrain easily simply cannot be done using the old style jeep. The new HumVee can easily do this using its wide suspension and stronger body. Of course, a ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Tom Sample @ Friday, 29th December 2006 @ 11:25 AM

When you buy a new truck, you want to preserve the way it looks; shiny, clean, and unscratched. However, if you are using your truck to haul tools, wood, metal or anything else, it will not remain pristine for long. Because of this problem, truck bed liners were created. The most common type of liners are drop-in liners. This type is made out of hard molded plastic. They are molded to the exact dimensions of your model truck, so that it fits perfectly. They have ridges and grooves that h... more...

Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Rich Marsiglia @ Friday, 8th December 2006 @ 6:16 AM

Selection of proper truck tire gives a comfortable ride and reduces the wear and tear on the tire drive mechanism, brakes and suspension parts. Many factors determine the selection of suitable type of tire. These include the terrain where the truck is mostly driven, the climatic conditions, normal driving speed and the full load that is expected to be carried in the truck. Three major tire companies who design and manufacture truck tire for wide range of applications on different and difficult t... more...

Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Rich Marsiglia @ Friday, 8th December 2006 @ 5:32 AM

Tonneau covers are an important and basic accessory to trucks to protect the cargo from pilferages and bad weather conditions. Manufactured from heavy duty vinyl, a good quality cover comes in different types to suit the needs of the truck users. The common types available in the market are soft rolling type, hard snap type, hinged covers, folding type and pealing type. Selection of suitable tonneau covers can give aesthetic look and fuel economy to the truck in addition to fulfilling the basic ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Ray La Foy @ Tuesday, 5th December 2006 @ 5:25 AM

There are many brands of pickup truck bedliners available. They offer many different features, but they all fall into two basic categories: drop-in bedliners and sprayed-on bedliners. Which is the best for your pickup truck and your needs? Taking a look at the pros and cons for each type of truck bedliner might help you choose the best accessory for your needs. The pros of drop-in bedliners: Drop-in bedliners are easy to install and can be easily removed. Most have thick, rigid bodies tha... more...

Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Rich Marsiglia @ Saturday, 11th November 2006 @ 12:36 AM

A few years ago, people would scoff at you if you told them that you were looking for trucks with the best gas mileage. But, as truck sales began to slip downwards, manufacturers started giving due importance to this factor. Today, there has been a dramatic change in the scenario. The rising costs of gas, has propelled potential truck buyers to go for trucks that can meet their gas mileage demands. Truck makers have now taken firm steps to improve the fuel economy of their makes at all le... more...

Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Rich Marsiglia @ Saturday, 11th November 2006 @ 12:35 AM

Tonneau truck covers are best suited for trucks that haul cargo that is heavy. These covers provide the ultimate protection as typically, they are made of aluminum and steel that is of superior quality. Some Tonneau Truck Covers are made of fiberglass, whatever the case all the covers are light in weight and can be used easily. This also makes for easy assembly of the covers and they can set up in a short span of time. Many of the Tonneau covers come with an easy railing snap mechanism, ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Gregg Hall @ Friday, 10th November 2006 @ 12:45 AM

Truck tents are becoming more and more popular everywhere from West Coast to the East Coast and all the cities in between. Most stores are selling out of truck tents. Truck tents are a great way to incorporate the extra space from the back of the truck as your own personal camping area. For the price of a regular hotel you can purchase your own tents that will last for several years. These tents are easy to put up anything used almost anywhere in less than 20 minutes. Sleeping outside is ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Trucks | By Gregg Hall @ Friday, 3rd November 2006 @ 2:48 AM

While a truck canopy is primarily used to cover the cargo that you\'re hauling from place to place, you might be surprised to learn how versatile it can be. Untie it from where it\'s attached to your truck, remove it from the vehicle, and you now have a durable cover that can serve a variety of different purposes. With it\'s tough construction, waterproof and weather resistant fabric options, and variety of colors, styles and sizes to choose from, your truck canopy can be an inval... more...