the u.s. is sending a dozen fifth generation f-350 fighter jets to germany with 350 air force personnel to further reassure nato. blinken addressed skeptics who noted western intelligence was wrong about weapons of mass destruction before the iraq invasion. the difference then, the u.s. was making the case for war. with the hope that by sharing what we know with the world. we can influence russia to abandon the path of war and choose a different path. while there is still time. defense secretary lloyd austin flew from brussels to poland to meet members of the 82nd airborne sent to reassure this nato ally. the u.s. also announced it is sending 125 soldiers with a striker brigade to bulgaria, bret? bret: jennifer griffin at the pentagon. thank you. in some parts of the region it is not only true that the war has started already, but that it has been going on for nearly a decade. correspondent steve harrigan is in the ukrainian capital
Special Technique Clearly Required to Enter 30-Inch Lifted F-350 Riding on 30s 4 Jun 2021, 14:13 UTC ·
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Just like with anything cool that we humans have created and disseminated into the world, certain automotive fashions tend to return to attention. Lifted trucks seemingly do so with a vengeance, judging by this example showcased on the TikTok account of Florence, South Carolina-based HBS Motorsports. 9 photos
These guys deal with many things, from ATVs to cars, boats, campers, and wheels/tires, but the first thing they mention on their social media accounts is lifted trucks. And for a good reason, considering the stunningly tall vehicle in the video embedded below.
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Last year’s introduction of the Tremor off-road package on Ford Super Duty pickup brought a raft of off-road kit to the burly workhorse, including an integrated winch.
Now, the Blue Oval is deciding to offer that particular option on other trims.
Available on Super Duty trucks model year 2020 and newer, the –
inhales – 12,000-pound Ford Performance Parts Winch by Warn –
exhales – will be available as either a factory-orderable option or dealer-installed accessory, though the latter choice will cost more.
It can be fitted to trucks equipped with the 7.3-litre gas V8; or the 6.7-litre Power Stroke diesel V8, provided they are optioned with dual batteries and dual 397-amp alternators. That stipulation is presumably so the rig has sufficient juice to power the winch.
Bridge-Hanging Ford F-350 Saved by Camper s Safety Chains After Twin Falls Crash 17 Mar 2021, 16:38 UTC ·
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As far as epic crashes and heroic rescues are concerned, this one is probably for the history books. Or, at least, for the instructions leaflet showcasing the importance of safety chains when towing. After all, if it were not for the latter, this crash involving a couple and their two dogs might have turned out into a tragic incident. Instead, it turned out to be an unfortunate accident with a happy ending. 26 photos
Although safety chains are an essential element when towing because they can secure the haul in case the ball and hitch attachment don’t properly do their job, it turns out they also hold life-saving potential. According to local media reports, citing the official Idaho State Police (ISP) report, that is precisely the case with a 2004 Ford F-350 that went rogue while towing a 30-foot camp trailer and swerved out of control near Twin Falls, Idaho.
Shelton PD warns of increased catalytic converter thefts
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SHELTON Catalytic converters are the latest target for thieves, according to police, who have taken to the department’s Facebook page to offer tips on preventing the crime.
Police Lt. Robert Kozlowsky said there have been nine reports from both residential and commercial sites of catalytic converters stolen from vehicles. Thefts have occurred throughout the city, he said. We are starting to see an increase in catalytic converter theft within our state and across the nation,” Officer John Staples stated on the department’s crime prevention Facebook page.