Toyo Tires has released a 4K video showcasing the Legacy Power Wagon Conversion truck by Jackson Hole, Wyoming-based Legacy Classic Trucks. With each Legacy Power Wagon Conversion requiring well over 1,000 hours, the Legacy Power Wagon Conversion has become one of the most coveted and sought-after trucks. The above video showcases builder Winslow Bent giving… Continue reading Take a Ride in the Legacy Power Wagon Conversion Truck
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Chris Church’s 1940 Ford Truck is a Showstopper
Church Built Customs of Portland, Oregon had a great showing at last year’s SEMA show with the shop’s custom 1940 Ford truck…
Meyer Chooses Gladiator as Latest Marketing Vehicle
The distributor upfitted the 2020 Jeep truck with a few bells and whistles to help generate shop sales…
Cashing in on the Lifted Era
The automotive suspension market has seen considerable development in recent years, with the lifted look taking on major cultural relevance. The trend is expected to continue, according to Allied Market Research. The global segment is expected to grow to $284 billion by 2022, placing it among the most lucrative aftermarket automotive product markets. For these… Continue reading Cashing in on the Lifted Era
Upgrading Wheels & Tires? Don’t Make The Brake Mistake
As trucks and SUVs make up a larger share of the new-vehicle market, wheel and tire upgrades are more popular than ever. Indeed, as Modern Tire Dealer reports, large diameter wheel and tire sales are a bright spot in the industry. While this is great news for off-road shops selling wheel and tire upgrades for… Continue reading Upgrading Wheels & Tires? Don’t Make The Brake Mistake
Daydreaming About NITEMARE
ROUSH Performance said its 2019 ROUSH NITEMARE F-150 4×4 is now the quickest production truck ever produced, based on comparison to zero-to-60 mph production vehicle test data published by leading U.S. automotive magazines as of June 2019. Two configurations of ROUSH Performance NITEMARE 4X4 trucks were tested by a team of automotive industry experts- including… Continue reading Daydreaming About NITEMARE
Installing Westin’s WJ2 Rear Bumper with Tire Carrier
Westin Automotive is a busy company. The off-road brand’s marketing schedule-which includes traveling to more than 60 car shows, industry events, trail runs, and treks through the desert and off the beaten path-means the company’s YouTube page is constantly being updated with fresh content. One of Westin’s most recent videos showcases the install of its… Continue reading Installing Westin’s WJ2 Rear Bumper with Tire Carrier
Winning With Winches
A winch can be an essential tool to help a truck or SUV owner get unstuck when venturing off the pavement. Whether it’s mired in mud, stuck in snow or sand, or simply slipping off the trail, an electric truck winch can be the difference between a 4WD vehicle owner getting out on their own,… Continue reading Winning With Winches
Business Interruption Insurance Primer
Diesel Day Dreams, based in Northglenn, Colorado, was teetering on the edge late in 2018. An arsonist left a path of destruction at the shop and at a handful of other businesses in the area. “I thought that was it for Diesel Day Dreams. That’s a scary proposition when you’ve worked so hard your whole… Continue reading Business Interruption Insurance Primer
T-REX Grilles: From Concept to Creation
T-REX Grilles, headquartered in Corona California, has released the above video showcasing the manufacturing process of the company’s Laser Torch Series Grille. The video demonstrates the process through the initial computer aided design, material preparation, precision laser cut construction, hand-crafted forming, TIG welding, assembly, and quality control.
Ford Hungry for Slice of Custom Off-Road Pie
The 2020 F-Series Super Duty will feature an option for the new Tremor Off-Road Package. Tremor pushes the boundaries of Super Duty off-road capability with new hardware and tech to handle rough terrain, according to Ford. “A growing number of Super Duty customers use their trucks for more than work. They’re fishing, camping and towing… Continue reading Ford Hungry for Slice of Custom Off-Road Pie
Custom Jeep Gladiator Built for Purple Heart Recipient
Nexen Tire America Inc. has pulled the cover off a fully-customized 2020 Jeep Gladiator Sport S that will be given away Aug. 7, National Purple Heart Day…
Ram’s New Diesel Engine Ready to Crank
The new third-generation 3.0-liter V-6 EcoDiesel is the highlight of the 2020 Ram 1500. The truck will offer 480 lb.-ft. of torque, with towing capability up to 12,560 pounds. The EcoDiesel is available in all 2020 Ram 1500 models and configurations, including a first-time offering in the Ram Rebel. The truck goes on sale in… Continue reading Ram’s New Diesel Engine Ready to Crank
Installing Whiteline’s Bump Steer Correction Kit
Whiteline offers its KCA313 Bump Steer/Roll Center Correction Kit for custom Subaru models. Increased bump steer is one of the negative effects of lowering a vehicle from the factory ride height. The KCA313 kit was created to help eliminate bump steer through specially engineered ball joints and tie rods to bring the suspension geometry closer to OEM levels.… Continue reading Installing Whiteline’s Bump Steer Correction Kit
Nissan Project Truck an Attainable Overlander
Nissan recently showcased two special project vehicle builds featuring a long list of aftermarket upgrades during Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Arizona. One of the projects, a Nissan Titan called the Ultimate Parks TITAN, is a purpose-built park support vehicle that will be donated to the Grand Canyon Conservancy through the carmaker’s partnership with the… Continue reading Nissan Project Truck an Attainable Overlander