All three Detroit automakers are rolling out new heavy-duty pickup trucks this year, courting buyers who tow heavy trailers for work or recreation. The introductions are sure to spark claims about horsepower, torque, towing capacity and payload hauling. ( Carlos Osorio / Associated Press )She’s exactly the customer that all three Detroit automakers will be courting this year when they roll out new or substantially updated heavy-duty versions of their trucks. Pickups from the Detroit automakers were the three top-selling vehicles in the U.S. last year, totalling more than 2 million in sales. Most buyers pull trailers with heavy items including boats, horses and recreational campers that can weigh around 10 tons.

Source: thestar February 05, 2019 12:22 UTC