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The article evaluates a 27-Daytona cat hull and a 2007 Chevy Silverado pickup truck.

The article provides information on the customization of a Cadillac Escalade sport utility vehicle (SUV) by Jason Plotke of Innovative Automotive Group IAG based in Scottsdale, Arizona under parameters established by General Motors. A ProCharger centrifugal supercharger was added to transform the V-8 engine. A McGaughy's 2/4 suspension drop was installed under the front and rear of the vehicle to improve the suspension system. Rockford Fosgate speakers were used to enhance the audio system.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for installing a tow hitch by Valley Industries on a 2006 Ford F-150 pickup truck.

The article focuses on the preparation of the magazine "Truckin'" on the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show where the 2009 Dodge Arm will be debuting. It also introduces the article in the issue which features the annual "Truckin'" magazine 2009 Truck of the Year Award. The issue also includes a fullsize truck competition testing several trucks which include Chevrolet Silverado, Dodge Arm and Toyota Tundra.

The author discusses the 28-day production schedule of the staff of "Truckin'" to produce the magazine.

The article presents a discussion about the author's first sound system installed in his first car. The sound system consists of a headunit and 6x9 speakers for the car rear deck. The author mentioned that his friend introduced him to sub woofers. An introduction to his issue, focused on sound systems in trucks, is presented.

The article pays tribute to which the author considers as his heroes. These people include Wally Parks, National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) founder, Boyd Coddington Sr., founder of Boyds Wheels and Hot Rods by Boyds, and Robert Petersen, founder of Petersen Publishing. The author states that these people made an impact on his life and he knew these people long before entering his career path of automotive publishing.

The author suggests a positive approach to dealing with the economic downturn in the U.S. in 2008. According to the author, the stock market, automobile sales and computer companies are among those affected by the slowing economy. He says the unfavorable housing market and the all-time high gasoline prices are prevalent on the daily discussion among people. He also emphasizes that legislators might need to seek advice and news sources should provide positive information.

The author comments on using high-fuel consumption pickup trucks and increasing oil price. According to the author, many have traded their pickup trucks for cars with better fuel efficiency however, some of the felt the need for their trucks after trading them. He asserted that fuel prices will not go down to the same level as before.

The author focuses on the improvements within the web-based publication truckinweb.com. He notes that the website has been improved with new content, a lot of editor blogs and technology forum sections that invite readers to participate. He mentions that the website features sections for downloadable wallpapers. He adds that readers who intend to purchase a new truck or a sport utility vehicle (SUV) may place the model and make of the truck they are interested for the local auto dealers to see.

A preface for the June 3, 2008 issue of the magazine "Truckin'" is presented.

The article introduces an annual wheel and tire issue featuring the latest rolling stocks for new and old classic trucks.