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This Might Be the First Look at Jeff Bezos-Backed Slate Auto's Electric Pickup Truck

autoevolution

Days after a report surfaced claiming that Jeff Bezos is among the founders of Slate Auto, a secretive EV startup, the picture of an unknown truck was shared on social media. The two-seater pickup truck, which had no badge or lettering, was confirmed as a prototype of Slate Autos' first EV model. continue reading. )

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Preparing for June’s Marketing

Shop Marketing Pros

National Ice Cream Day (00:15:27) Recalling a fun event with an ice cream truck at the shop. World Juggling Day (00:19:32) Fun idea of technicians juggling car parts for social media engagement. Social Media Day (00:23:12) Encouraging proactive social media marketing strategies.

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Tesla Cybertruck Gets Rear-Ended by Dodge Ram Pickup Truck, Barely Notices

autoevolution

This appears to be confirmed after a Dodge Ram pickup truck was almost obliterated after rear-ending a Cybertruck. Pictures shared on social media show the Cybertruck with barely a mark on its stainless steel tailgate. Many have speculated that the stiff stainless steel body makes the Tesla Cybertruck a danger in a collision.

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Celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

Solera

Truck drivers contribute more to our economy than many people consider. Trucks deliver the food we eat, the goods we buy, and more. billion, while in-house trucking operations contributed $199.1 Truck drivers are responsible for transporting 70% of U.S. Truck drivers are responsible for transporting 70% of U.S.

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Different Forms of Reckless Driving That Lead to Severe Truck Accidents

Auto Service World

Reckless driving is also common among truck drivers and one of the leading causes of truck accidents. If you are ever involved in an accident with a large truck, contact the best 18-wheeler accident law firm to get professional help on how to navigate the claim process.

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Gen Z showing interest in collector cars

Auto Service World

The survey from Hagerty, titled Future of Driving 2024 found that Gen Z is fueling a growing interest in classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. This trend is driven in part by social media and the accessibility of online and in-person car events, which serve as critical entry points into the hobby.

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2025 Ram 1500 Recalled For Broken Little Orphan Annie Decoder Ring

Jalopnik

Halloween is over, which means we’re marching inexorably towards the holidays and their barrage of themed media. It seems Ram has gotten in the spirit of the season, because it’s recalling nearly 34,000 1500 trucks for breaking Ralphie’s Little Orphan Annie decoder ring — sorry, for breaking the front wheel bearing… Read more.

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