PB May 2016

Trucks + Accessories

Mild-Hybrid Truck | Chevrolet

Using technology components from other Chevrolet electric vehicles, GM is offering a “mild-hybrid” version of the 2016 Silverado with 13...

Trucks + Accessories

Half-Ton Pickup | Nissan

Nissan has detailed its half-ton Titan pickup, which will be available this summer. Although the truck looks similar to the larger XD model...

Trucks + Accessories

Power Wagon | Ram

Available this fall, the 2017 Ram Power Wagon looks to build on its off-road pedigree while benefiting from a new design. The Power Wagon...

Labor + Trade Relations

Scott Sedam examines popular conceptions on how to fix the trade labor shortage

Trucks + Accessories

Trailer Reverse Guidance | Ford

Backing up a truck with a trailer connected to it is challenging for even the most seasoned driver. The new Trailer Reverse Guidance system...

features

Location-Based Thermostat | iComfort

The iComfort S30 has a Smart Away Mode that automatically creates a schedule based on when users are home or away. Lennox’s new thermostat...

Trucks + Accessories

V-8 Diesel Engine | Ford

The new 6.7-liter Power Stroke V-8 diesel engine for the 2017 Ford F-650 and F-750 medium-duty truck line is designed to go at least 500,000...

features

Thermostat | Honeywell

The second-generation Lyric Round WiFi Thermostat from Honeywell is now compatible with Apple HomeKit, where users can control the device...

features

Lighting Control Hub | Legrand

Control lights from anywhere in the home using Legrand’s Hub and Lighting Control App. The Hub is a back-end control center that...

features

Sprinkler System | Rachio

Generation 2 of the Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller can save users up to 50 percent on their monthly water bills, the manufacturer says....

Home Builders Institute's Schools to Skills Grant Application Open Through December