Optimus Prime’s alternate mode consists of three parts: a humanoid Brain Center, a combat deck, and a non-transforming six-wheeled buggy called Roller. Although the first two are not interchangeable, a faulty or damaged component will affect the other two. Although most fiction treats the humanoid as Optimus Prime, there are slight variations in the other …
Trucks
The first semi-trucks produced by Ford were in the F-series, derived from the F-series pickup trucks. Later, the L-series came along, also known as the Louisville truck. Ford truck manufacturers never went out of business, and their trucks remained iconic as Ford vehicles. Today, the trucking giant also has factories in Turkey and China. The …
Despite the name, a dualie is just a regular pickup truck with an extra set of wheels on the back. They increase the truck’s towing capacity and payload capacity. These extra wheels also help the truck maintain stability when towing a 5th wheel trailer. Though dualies can be great for heavy-duty work, they can also …
A video of a line of human waste trucks has gone viral, showing the plight of the people of Dubai. Dubai does not have an efficient sewage system, and sewage is transported to waste plants by truck, instead of being processed and treated in a city’s sewer system. Many people assume that these trucks are …
There is a new hybrid pickup truck on the market. The Ford Maverick is the first standard full hybrid pickup truck in the United States. The hybrid powertrain is expected to get 40 MPG in the city. The Maverick seats five adults and features a Maverick FLEXBED system with anchor points, multiple-position tailgate, and two …
Retired fire trucks can be converted into mini homes or used as recreational vehicles. Wildfire fire trucks are also available. They do not require a CDL and are equipped with four-wheel drive. The truck can also be used as a camper. The first step in converting an old fire truck is to learn about the …
A fire truck’s length and width are proportional to its purpose. It must be large enough to transport a team of firefighters to a fire, yet compact enough to maneuver between other vehicles and around other obstacles. Different models use varying lengths and widths to meet their various purposes, but the average fire truck is …
When you want to show off your pride in your nation’s flag, you can easily fly a flag from your truck’s bed. However, there are some important safety measures you should follow before flying a flag from your truck. The flagpole should be installed with care, since improper installation can result in the flag breaking …
In the United States, what is the busiest Interstate for trucks? The answer may surprise you. Traffic can be dangerous and can affect both drivers and the environment. In California, truck traffic is particularly high on the 710 Freeway and the 60 Freeway. The most dangerous intersection for tractor trailer crashes is at the 710 …
Do dump trucks have catalytic converters on them? Yes. Luckily, they do. They are extremely expensive and can be stolen. Thankfully, they can be sold for scrap, and there are several options to recycle your truck’s converters. Scrap yards and recycling centers pay a fair price for the converters, and many of them have the …