by Howard J. Elmer | Apr 19, 2021 | Product Reviews
Nissan, as a truck manufacturer in the North American market, is one of the smaller players. So, while its market share is small, its truck history is anything but. Nissan can trace the roots of the new Frontier back to its entry into the US market in 1959. And, as...
by Howard J. Elmer | Mar 23, 2021 | Product Reviews
Fierce is almost too weak a word for the level of competition in the truck market – even in the Heavy Duty (HD) segment. Why is that? This is a growing segment – and the trucks are expensive. Well over 20% of total North American truck sales are now HD pickups – and...
by Howard J. Elmer | Mar 10, 2021 | Product Reviews
Just in time for the spring camping season, KZ has introduced a new trailer that RV Pro (a trade publication) is calling one of the “Best New Models” for 2021. Now, what follows is a vertical review – as I have not actually tested one. I am, though, looking forward to...
by Howard J. Elmer | Feb 8, 2021 | Product Reviews
Recreational vehicles are a conveyance, a home away from home, and a base for travel adventures. However, more and more of today’s RV owners characterize themselves as riders, so manufacturers have responded with some very interesting units. Known as “toy-haulers,”...
by Howard J. Elmer | Jan 26, 2021 | Product Reviews
With a new year comes new hope and a renewal of energy for all of us. Frankly, this statement along with promises to diet, exercise and quit smoking, are perennial fixtures for each of us at every New Year’s. So, in other words, what’s old is annually new again. This...
by Howard J. Elmer | Dec 17, 2020 | Product Reviews
A year after its introduction, the Jeep Gladiator pickup truck has added another powertrain to its options list. This is the third generation EcoDiesel. This V-6 engine delivers increased torque and horsepower in the Gladiator; along with better fuel economy and...
