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Ram introduced the full-size 2014 ProMaster cargo van in late 2013, after leveraging its relationship with Fiat by developing a U.S. version of the Fiat Ducato. Ram offers the 1500 cargo model, 2500 cargo and passenger models, and the 3500 cargo, passenger, chassis cab and cutaway models. Ram will begin producing an EcoDiesel model later this year. Read our driving impressions here. Photos by Vince Taroc and Paul Clinton.
Ram's 1500 EcoDiesel breaks new ground as the first quarter-ton pickup truck offered with a diesel engine. Ram shipped the pickup in late February to strong demand. It's available in several configurations, including this base model with a standard cab. Read our driving impressions of the Ram 1500 Tradesman EcoDiesel here. Photos by Vince Taroc.
Ford lists 10 features of the 2015 F-150 pickup that were designed for drivers that make interacting with the truck easier. The features were based on customer research conducted by Ford human factor engineers. Photos courtesy of Ford.
Subaru added a bevy of safety technology to its Legacy during a redesign for the 2015-MY to increase sales of the vehicle in the competitive mid-size sedan segment. Read our driving impressions of the 2015 Subaru Legacy Sedan here. Photos by Vince Taroc.
Ram Truck brought two ProMaster 2500 full-size vans, a ProMaster City compact van, and a 1500 EcoDiesel pickup to Bobit Business Media on Aug. 21 as part of a presentation given by Robert Hegbloom, the head of Ram Truck. Photos by VInce Taroc.
General Motors is offering a bi-fuel CNG option on several 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD models. Read our driving impressions of the 2015 Bi-Fuel Silverado 2500 here. Photos by Vince Taroc.
Chrysler has partnered with MobilityWorks and other upfitters to develop paratransit versions of its Ram ProMaster City and ProMaster vans. The configurations were shown at Chrysler's headquarters this week. View a gallery showing how the vans were modified to meet ADA compliance. Read the full story here. Photos courtesy of Chrysler.
Mazda fully redesigned the Mazda3 in 2014. Highlights of the car include improved handling, a comfortable interior, and plenty of storage. This model also has a mpg indicator, which is great for fleet drivers. Read our driving impressions of the 2014 Mazda3 here. Photos by Vince Taroc.
Chrysler unveiled its 2015 Ram ProMaster City compact van at an event in Chelsea, Mich., in late June. The van, which will be available in early 2015, enters a competitive compact van market that also includes the Ford Transit Connect, Nissan NV200, and 2015 Chevrolet City Express. Read the full story here. Photos by Paul Clinton.
Horace and John Dodge reluctantly agreed to develop a commercial vehicle in 1917 after their sales associates lobbied for a work truck that could be sold to small businesses that made deliveries of fruit, beer, and other goods. The result was a vehicle based on the first Dodge passenger car. The vehicle eventually became the 1920 Screenside half-ton vehicle that is considered the predecessor of Dodge's light-duty pickup trucks. Photos by Paul Clinton.
Chrysler's Dodge brand hosted a ride-and-drive event in late June to showcase 100 years of Dodge vehicles as the brand celebrates its centennial. John and Horace Dodge formed Dodge in 1914 and produced their first car, a four-door sedan advertized as an affordable "business car" that sold for $785 versus $490 for the Model T. View a gallery of 100 years of Dodge vehicles. Photos by Paul Clinton.
