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Concept Trucks
In the world of cars, many people love their classic cars but forget there is just as deep an affection for our beloved show truck. You can imagine that most small car lovers, like our nissan cars fans, think that all trucks are beastly large and very ugly or bulky. This is not always the case. In the automotive news today you will find many different amazingl trucks, (see the concept truck GMC Denali XT Hybrid pictured here) and they feature new comforts and stylish looks that are not usually associated with trucks. To help people make the transition from looking at big trucks to stylish trucks concept trucks were designed.
These concept trucks are designed so that they will appeal to the tastes of anyone. Some of the trucks you see in the market are one like pick-up trucks, SUVs, Land Rovers, and also Hummers. While these don’t fit the image one has of trucks, let alone your ideal race car that gets a lot of attention. These trucks have been given an amazing overhaul, and they are worth a definate look.
GMC's new Concept Truck 2009: GMC Denali XT
Hybrid,
already E85 fuel capable.
You will also find some major automotive makers have come up with concept trucks which are the height of luxury. One of the latest of these trucks is the new GMC concept truck, Denali XT Hybrid. (Click on any of the thumbnail images below to see a larger image.) Having previously owned a Denali and I now drive an Avalanche, this new GMC Denali XT Hybrid might be the combination of both! It should also appeal to the old El Camino officionado It's a fairly sporty, luxury truck that has a decent payload of 1,100 pounds and can tow your basic toys at about 3,500. This GM concept truck combines GM's hybrid engine system with a new 4.9L version of their small-block V-8 engine. This new engine is E85-fuel flex ready, and to help MPG even more, GMC has an an active fuel management system, which allows the Denali XT to run on fewer cylinders as needed to conserve precious fuel. There's also a more efficient, less waste direct fuel injection to boot. I hope this baby gets to the assembly line because I'll have the luxury of my old Denali with the versatility of my Avalanche.
Holden Design was at the helm of the Denali concept truck project.
(To see a larger view of the GMC Concept Truck Denali XT, Click on any Image)
For the drivers or pilots of large trucks, traveling long distances are part of the job. In most cases the trucks have not been designed for driver comfort. This however changes with that of concept trucks like the Mercedes. In this truck the level of comfort has been redesigned.
You will find there is a comfortable and reasonable sized bed in the back section of the truck cab. To help pass the long evenings, a well equipped entertainment section is fitted along the opposite end of the truck cab. For the long haul truck driver these are great benefits. This makes traveling in on of these trucks almost like going in a traveling house.
For concept trucks the range of ideas which can be used are endless. These ideas will include ways in which the comfort and speed of the vehicle can be kept at an aerodynamic level. The engine of these trucks will have enough horse power to travel without making the owner feel as if they were in an unwieldy vehicle.
You can see the latest concept trucks at the many different vehicle shows that are held every year. At these avenues the makers of these trucks introduce the new innovations which make these trucks unique. Perhaps when you see and test drive one of the great trucks you will become aware of the power and easy maneuverability of these new trucks. With concept trucks the automotive industry is able to take the ideas of truck driving to the next level. Make sure you check out these concept trucks at your next auto show, car show or auto expo.