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Photo Galleriesby StaffNovember 8, 2014

2015 Chevrolet Colorado Walkaround

GM brought its 2015-MY Colorado mid-size pickup to Bobit Business Media's Torrance, Calif., headquarters to allow editors a hands-on look at the new vehicle. GM has shipped the vehicles to dealers. Read the full story here. Read our driving impressions of the truck here. Photos by Vince Taroc.

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Articlesby Chris WolskiNovember 4, 2014

GM Seeks to Revitalize Mid-Size Pickup Market

After largely disappearing for several years, GM hopes to connect fleets with its mid-size truck offerings. The Colorado Work Truck trim is specifically designed with fleets in mind.

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Articlesby Mike AntichNovember 3, 2014

Top Fleet Trends for Class 5-6 Trucks

The Class 5-6 truck market is very similar to the Class 3-4 market and shares many of the same trends. Among the key trends driving this market are fuel spend, downsizing, the growing receptivity to telematics devices, and funding.

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Newsby StaffNovember 1, 2014

Mercedes-Benz Gives Details on 2015 Sprinter, Compact Van Plan for U.S.

Mercedes-Benz is strongly considering offering a compact van in the U.S. and will add a new standard safety feature to the 2015 Sprinter van, executives said during a March 25 visit to Bobit Business Media.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Mike AntichOctober 31, 2014

The State of the Market for Class 3-4 Trucks, Vans

The forecast is for Class 3-4 truck sales in CY-2015 to remain strong. Many fleets are increasing order volumes, moving away from past slow replacement schedules. The debut of 2015 products promises to further stimulate growth.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherOctober 31, 2014

Innovation Spotlight: Reversing the Food Truck Concept

One business took innovation to a new level with a fresh take on an old favorite. Utilizing a 1983 Chevrolet Step Van had its challenges, but the end result was worth the effort.

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NewsOctober 29, 2014

Ford Refreshing Explorer for 2016 as Global SUV

The 2016 Explorer will reach showrooms next year with a new look, added capability and additional driver-assist technology, according to Ford.

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Articlesby Chris WolskiOctober 29, 2014

Time Capsule: 1920s Edwin F. Daniels & Co. Truck Auto Car

Trucks have certainly changed in style and use over the years, and this auto car from the 1920s shows how far technology and comfort have come over the past 90 or so years.

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Videosby StaffOctober 28, 2014

Video Van Profile: 2014 Ford Transit Connect

For this entry of our video series on commercial vans, we profile the 2014 Ford Transit Connect cargo van.

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NewsOctober 27, 2014

Lexus Launches All-New Sports Coupe in Japan

Lexus’ all-new sports coupe, the “RC”, has gone on sale in Japan, with prices ranging from 5.65 million yen to 6.78 million yen, including consumption tax.

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