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SidecarFlip
Dec 17, 2017Explorer III
Don't know for certain but I do know that FCA Chrysler is making MAJOR changes to the RAM trucks in styling and components. There have been some running around metro Detroit in camo so it's hard to tell but I don't believe they look at all like the current ones. I heard that FCA will keep building the old style (present body style) for another year and then completely phase it out. Differenet engine and transmission choices too
Ford is the undisputed sales leader and GM and FCA want to catch up but Ford is re-tooling to stay out front. Will be an interesting year and I expect with some very sizeable discounts and rebates too. Like I said, the profit margin on trucks is so good, the automakers can really afford to cut prices and offer rebates and still make money.
O heard that the average profit on a well equipped 1/2 ton truck is around $10,000.00. That is a lot of wiggle room for the automakers.
One thing about living up here in Michigan, near Detroit, I get to see the new stuff out on the highway plenty early. I just look for the 'Michigan Manufacturers Plate' dead giveaway.
Ford is the undisputed sales leader and GM and FCA want to catch up but Ford is re-tooling to stay out front. Will be an interesting year and I expect with some very sizeable discounts and rebates too. Like I said, the profit margin on trucks is so good, the automakers can really afford to cut prices and offer rebates and still make money.
O heard that the average profit on a well equipped 1/2 ton truck is around $10,000.00. That is a lot of wiggle room for the automakers.
One thing about living up here in Michigan, near Detroit, I get to see the new stuff out on the highway plenty early. I just look for the 'Michigan Manufacturers Plate' dead giveaway.
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