This is the ’18 Ford F-150, caught on the road showing off its new face before its expected NAIAS debut.

The best-selling vehicle will get some cosmetic changes to keep it fresh and visually interesting as its tech gets updated underneath. The front end emulates the Super Duty two-bar design, but adds some softer design cues. The tailgate also gets a redesign, with a new handle and a more subdued look without a visible crease.

By the time the facelifted model appears, many F-150 models should be offered with the 10-speed automatic, developed jointly with GM and headed first for the Raptor. A revised Ecoboost V6 engine should provide more power and efficiency than before as Ford continues to seek fuel-economy gains for its big truck. A V6 diesel should also appear in time for the facelift, although the planned gas-electric hybrid version may be further off.

Expect to see the revised F-150 on sale by 2018 and debuting next week in Joe Louis Arena, according to sources.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the ’18 Ford F-150, caught on the road showing off its new face before its expected NAIAS debut.

The best-selling vehicle will get some cosmetic changes to keep it fresh and visually interesting as its tech gets updated underneath. The front end emulates the Super Duty two-bar design, but adds some softer design cues. The tailgate also gets a redesign, with a new handle and a more subdued look without a visible crease.

By the time the facelifted model appears, many F-150 models should be offered with the 10-speed automatic, developed jointly with GM and headed first for the Raptor. A revised Ecoboost V6 engine should provide more power and efficiency than before as Ford continues to seek fuel-economy gains for its big truck. A V6 diesel should also appear in time for the facelift, although the planned gas-electric hybrid version may be further off.

Expect to see the revised F-150 on sale by 2018 and debuting next week in Joe Louis Arena, according to sources.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the ’18 Ford F-150, caught on the road showing off its new face before its expected NAIAS debut.

The best-selling vehicle will get some cosmetic changes to keep it fresh and visually interesting as its tech gets updated underneath. The front end emulates the Super Duty two-bar design, but adds some softer design cues. The tailgate also gets a redesign, with a new handle and a more subdued look without a visible crease.

By the time the facelifted model appears, many F-150 models should be offered with the 10-speed automatic, developed jointly with GM and headed first for the Raptor. A revised Ecoboost V6 engine should provide more power and efficiency than before as Ford continues to seek fuel-economy gains for its big truck. A V6 diesel should also appear in time for the facelift, although the planned gas-electric hybrid version may be further off.

Expect to see the revised F-150 on sale by 2018 and debuting next week in Joe Louis Arena, according to sources.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the ’18 Ford F-150, caught on the road showing off its new face before its expected NAIAS debut.

The best-selling vehicle will get some cosmetic changes to keep it fresh and visually interesting as its tech gets updated underneath. The front end emulates the Super Duty two-bar design, but adds some softer design cues. The tailgate also gets a redesign, with a new handle and a more subdued look without a visible crease.

By the time the facelifted model appears, many F-150 models should be offered with the 10-speed automatic, developed jointly with GM and headed first for the Raptor. A revised Ecoboost V6 engine should provide more power and efficiency than before as Ford continues to seek fuel-economy gains for its big truck. A V6 diesel should also appear in time for the facelift, although the planned gas-electric hybrid version may be further off.

Expect to see the revised F-150 on sale by 2018 and debuting next week in Joe Louis Arena, according to sources.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the ’18 Ford F-150, caught on the road showing off its new face before its expected NAIAS debut.

The best-selling vehicle will get some cosmetic changes to keep it fresh and visually interesting as its tech gets updated underneath. The front end emulates the Super Duty two-bar design, but adds some softer design cues. The tailgate also gets a redesign, with a new handle and a more subdued look without a visible crease.

By the time the facelifted model appears, many F-150 models should be offered with the 10-speed automatic, developed jointly with GM and headed first for the Raptor. A revised Ecoboost V6 engine should provide more power and efficiency than before as Ford continues to seek fuel-economy gains for its big truck. A V6 diesel should also appear in time for the facelift, although the planned gas-electric hybrid version may be further off.

Expect to see the revised F-150 on sale by 2018 and debuting next week in Joe Louis Arena, according to sources.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

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Landon Simon will pilot the Mount Baker Vapor-sponsored, Esslinger-powered XXX chassis at the Chili Bowl Nationals, January 7–15.

Landon Simon to Represent Mt Baker Vapor at 2017 Chili Bowl Nationals

Sprint Car driver Landon Simon, 27, will pilot the Mount Baker Vapor-sponsored, Esslinger-powered XXX chassis at the Chili Bowl Nationals, January 7–15. This year, the midget team is owned by Simon and operated out of the Landon Simon Racing stable in Brownsburg, Indiana. The current Indianapolis-based driver will represent his home state of Ohio for the sixth Chili Bowl Nationals to date; his third with Mount Baker Vapor on board and his first as a midget-car owner. This is the 31st annual running of the Chili Bowl Nationals presented by General Tire and held at the River Spirit Expo Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Chili Bowl is one of the largest indoor racing events in the world; the list of entries currently stands at a record-breaking 363. Along with primary sponsor Mount Baker Vapor, the team is partnering with Dave and Buster’s Tulsa for the five-day event, located a short drive from the Tulsa Expo Center where the Chili Bowl will take place. Practice will be held Monday, January 9, with preliminary events January 10–13, followed by the $10,000 to win main event Saturday, January 14. Fans can watch LIVE via Racin Boys PPV at www.RacinBoys.com.

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Landon Simon will pilot the Mount Baker Vapor-sponsored, Esslinger-powered XXX chassis at the Chili Bowl Nationals, January 7–15.

Landon Simon to Represent Mt Baker Vapor at 2017 Chili Bowl Nationals

Sprint Car driver Landon Simon, 27, will pilot the Mount Baker Vapor-sponsored, Esslinger-powered XXX chassis at the Chili Bowl Nationals, January 7–15. This year, the midget team is owned by Simon and operated out of the Landon Simon Racing stable in Brownsburg, Indiana. The current Indianapolis-based driver will represent his home state of Ohio for the sixth Chili Bowl Nationals to date; his third with Mount Baker Vapor on board and his first as a midget-car owner. This is the 31st annual running of the Chili Bowl Nationals presented by General Tire and held at the River Spirit Expo Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Chili Bowl is one of the largest indoor racing events in the world; the list of entries currently stands at a record-breaking 363. Along with primary sponsor Mount Baker Vapor, the team is partnering with Dave and Buster’s Tulsa for the five-day event, located a short drive from the Tulsa Expo Center where the Chili Bowl will take place. Practice will be held Monday, January 9, with preliminary events January 10–13, followed by the $10,000 to win main event Saturday, January 14. Fans can watch LIVE via Racin Boys PPV at www.RacinBoys.com.

In a first-of-its-kind event, the SEMA Garage has partnered with Midway Group to host a joint measuring session for two highly aspirational new vehicles: the ’17 Ferrari 488 and the ’17 Mercedes AMG GT. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to get hands on with these elite new European sport coupes.

Scheduled to take place at the MG Studio in downtown Los Angeles, SEMA members are invited to experience this versatile new event space conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Due to the non-traditional environment, only basic tools and floor lifts will be supplied. Disassembly is permitted, as well as photography; however, you are encouraged to bring any specialty tools necessary to your task. The event will be open from 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with light refreshments available.

In a first-of-its-kind event, the SEMA Garage has partnered with Midway Group to host a joint measuring session for two highly aspirational new vehicles: the ’17 Ferrari 488 and the ’17 Mercedes AMG GT. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to get hands on with these elite new European sport coupes.

Scheduled to take place at the MG Studio in downtown Los Angeles, SEMA members are invited to experience this versatile new event space conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Due to the non-traditional environment, only basic tools and floor lifts will be supplied. Disassembly is permitted, as well as photography; however, you are encouraged to bring any specialty tools necessary to your task. The event will be open from 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with light refreshments available.

In a first-of-its-kind event, the SEMA Garage has partnered with Midway Group to host a joint measuring session for two highly aspirational new vehicles: the ’17 Ferrari 488 and the ’17 Mercedes AMG GT. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to get hands on with these elite new European sport coupes.

Scheduled to take place at the MG Studio in downtown Los Angeles, SEMA members are invited to experience this versatile new event space conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Due to the non-traditional environment, only basic tools and floor lifts will be supplied. Disassembly is permitted, as well as photography; however, you are encouraged to bring any specialty tools necessary to your task. The event will be open from 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with light refreshments available.