Author Archive for Tim Esterdahl
Associate Editor Tim Esterdahl is a married father of three who enjoys all things automotive including wrenching on his collection of old pickups. He also plays an absurd amount of golf. Like really absurd.
2014 Chevy Silverado Unveiled – Heartbeat or Deadbeat?
Now that the all-new 2014 Chevy Silverado has been unveiled, critics and fans are asking the same question. Does it have enough changes to re-engage Chevy truck buyers? Could this be the truck that ultimately brings Chevy back into the full-size truck discussion? You be the judge.
The new Chevy Silverado is “more muscular, more functional and more aerodynamic” according to Chevy. Will it wow customers?
No More Whiplash, Rear End Collisions – Super Bumper
We have all been there. Sitting at a stoplight, hoping the vehicle behind us stops and spending far too much time staring at the rear-view window instead of the road ahead. We found this seemingly, simple invention that just might changes things. They call it a Super Bumper.
Aribitor Rules that UAW Workers Can Drink and Smoke Pot Without Fear
A shocking news story a few years ago showed Chrysler workers drinking and smoking pot on their lunch break. They were suspended indefinitely at the time. Now a labor arbiter has ruled that they can get their jobs back. Huh?
Greatest RV-Boat-Van Vehicle Ever
This RV-Boat-Van vehicle is going to blow your mind. Trust us, watch the video and try not to let your jaw drop.
Ford Now Offers Two Diesel Engines – Toyota Diesel Never?
Toyota Tundra fans and would-be buyers have been clamoring for years for a diesel option that competes with other truck makers. It now looks like Toyota is going to fall further behind in diesel technology with Ford’s introduction of a turbo-diesel for a van. For those keeping score, Ford has two, GM/Chrysler-Fiat has one and Toyota still has zero.
Ford plans to use a new, turbo-diesel in the 2014 Transit van. This leaves Toyota farther behind, will it ever offer a diesel?
