China Calling: Think your Ride is Tough?

beijing motor show 2014 trike truck chinese

For those of you who have yet to visit China, you’re missing out on some unusual trucks, especially in Beijing. Granted, the “trucks” featured in this post are little more than modified mopeds with thee wheels, but they work under loads that would challenge small work-tucks in the USA.

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Seriously, I’ve personally seen these little trikes take on about half a ton and charge through some of the thickest city traffic you’ve ever seen.

Watch this video from the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show.

Nathan Adlen
Easily amused by anything with four wheels, Nathan Adlen reviews vehicles from the cheapest to the most prestigious. Wrecking yards, dealer lots, garages, racetracks, professional automotive testing and automotive journalism - Nathan has experienced a wide range of the automotive spectrum. Brought up in the California car culture and educated in theater, childhood education, film, journalism and history, Nathan now lives with his family in Denver, CO. His words, good humor and video are enjoyed worldwide.