Even as it nears the end of its 15-year production run the 2020 Toyota Tacoma midsize pickup truck still wins accolades. This time it’s the IIHS “Top Safety Pick” award. This is only the third time a pickup truck has been given the rating. With its new-for-2020 LED headlights the upgrade has now moved it …
There are currently a lot of nice trucks on the market. Not only are these vehicles capable of hauling just about anything you want, but they’re loaded with special features and provide a much nicer ride than older trucks. The challenge is deciding which of these great vehicles is the best match for your needs. …
The electric pickup truck market is about to accelerate in a hurry. Tesla is almost ready to reveal its ‘Blade Runner-inspired’ design, and Bollinger recently announced pricing details for its B2 off-road pickup. But perhaps the biggest news comes courtesy of Rivian. Although the company’s R1T pickup won’t be available until 2020, Amazon recently ordered …
If you want good gas mileage don’t buy a pickup truck. That said, just because you want one doesn’t mean you shouldn’t look for the best economy numbers for the type of truck you’re interested in purchasing. But pickup mileage has a ton of variables because there are different bodies and engines, because of so many different …
J.D. Power went back and looked at all the trucks from the 2016 model year to see which one was the most dependable. The winner was clear.
Although not every pickup truck is used for plowing, many truck owners are familiar with winter’s dangers. For them, snow and ice don’t mean work stops—they just mean wearing more layers and driving more carefully. Snow tires (or ‘winter tires’) help with the last part. Even with all-wheel or four-wheel drive, snow tires are a …
The Nissan Frontier is proof that critics aren’t always right. Despite receiving average to poor reviews, the truck remains popular with consumers.
Getting a custom grille for your truck is the perfect way to upgrade it. There are plenty of options to choose from and it doesn’t break the bank.
2019 has been a great year for truck sales so far. Go over the data from this year, one month saw record sales for trucks.
Consumer Reports tested the real-life fuel-efficiency of every truck on the road. The results are in, and this is the most fuel-efficient truck.
Ford is the most iconic truck maker in the world. So when it decided to create a special edition truck modeled after this toy, it was a big deal.
Pickup trucks and the great outdoors were made for each other. But Ram’s special edition Mossy Oak truck took things to the next level.
If you have been looking at the Chevy Colorado as an option for your next truck purchase, you may have heard the buzz about the ZR2 Bison. It’s a package worth experiencing behind the wheel, and recently, MotorTrend gave a performance review of just that. The ZR2 Bison options This extreme off-road package is for …
With the hefty roster of smaller pickups on the market, it can make choosing your next purchase a little tough to decide. There are a ton of best of type features from each manufacturer, but when it comes down to it, the Chevrolet Colorado tops many consumer lists. What might be surprising is that the …
Americans can’t get enough of their trucks. But in this mad dash to buy the best, new pickup trucks, the prices for these trucks keep rising as more features and amenities get added on. The Nissan Frontier is the other way around though, and its affordable price tag is thanks to the fact that it’s …
You’ve got $12,000 and decided you want a midsize pickup. What can you get? What is out there that fits your $12,000 budget? Let’s look at Craigslist in four random cities to get an idea of what is available. We’ll go to the southern part of the country to look in the OC in So …
Off-roading isn’t just for the mountains. Some drivers who like to explore the great outdoors in their truck head for the deserts rather than towering hills filled with lakes and streams. For those who prefer sand to trees, finding the perfect truck may be a bit of a challenge, and Toyota rose to the challenge …
The Nissan Frontier is Nissan’s entry in the mid-sized truck market of America, but it’s seen better days. Asides from a small update in 2008, the Frontier’s been largely the same since it was rolled out in 2004. But after 15 years, Nissan is finally updating it. Here are The Drive’s final thoughts on the …
In everyday driving, vigilance is important. We know to look ahead to see what’s coming. Is there a wreck up ahead? A pack of deer that could leap across the road at any minute? But we also try to check what’s right in front of us. What if you’re going pretty fast on the highway …
The Honda Ridgeline has gotten praise for many critics this year; however, this praise hasn’t translated into sales. What are the reasons for this?
Whether you use your truck for commuting or for showing off how rich you are, there are many ways to own a truck. However, at its core, trucks are used for work. Here’s why the Chevy Colorado is one of the best work truck on the market today according to MotorTrend. Powered for performance MotorTrend …
When it comes to what is termed as mid-size pickups, we often compare two trucks with each other. The Chevy Colorado and the Honda Ridgeline, for the most part, are neck and neck in comparison. Car and Driver put them to the test to see which one was the better of the two. The Honda Ridgeline …
Ford’s Raptor pickups are popular on both sides of the Atlantic. But North America only has the F-150 Raptor, and the UK and Europe the Ranger Raptor. Off-roading enthusiasts were hoping when the Ranger Raptor was first announced, that it would eventually find its way to NA. And thanks to Texas tuner PaxPower, you can …
Drivers expect modern vehicles to be reliable, whether in freezing winter or baking summer. Especially pickup trucks, which form a key part of both industry and daily living. New or used, they have to work. Although the Ram 1500 is closing in, part of the Ford F-150’s appeal is the perception of rugged dependability. Unfortunately, …
With its good looks, reliability, and excellent resale value, it’s understandable why the Toyota Tacoma continues to be the best-selling mid-size truck in the U.S. Despite all of its advantages, the pickup had been trailing rivals such as the Chevrolet Colorado, the Ford Ranger, and the Honda Ridgeline when it came to modern features. Updates …
In the American car market, there are many trucks to choose from. There are also many things that drivers are looking for in a truck, but MotorTrend thinks that the Chevy Colorado is one of the best trucks that you can buy. Here’s why. The Chevy Colorado has performance Equipped with a 3.6-liter V6 that …
The 2018 Ford F-150 is an exceptional used truck. It provides great value with stellar reliability. Just watch out for these common problems.
The Ram Longhorn edition really takes the truck to the next level, and fans noticed. This special edition truck caught the eye of critics and fans alike.
Ford and Chevy are two of the biggest automakers in the world. So it’s only natural that there would be a rivalry. Why do the two hate each other?
Shopping for a truck is supposed to be exciting; however, it often winds up being stressful. Here’s how to find the best trucks for sale.
There’s no shortage of ‘truck guy’ stereotypes. Some are funnier than others. You might recognize more than one of these guys.
Walking into a car dealership can be a stressful experience. Especially if you aren’t prepared. Find out how to avoid the worst part of dealerships.
It doesn’t matter if you’re racing a century or tackling the local trails, pickup trucks are an excellent way to transport bicycles. The bed’s also big enough to store tools, snacks, and everything else you might need for the ride. But if you don’t do it properly, your afternoon fun could turn into an expensive …
The mid-size Chevrolet Colorado has a lot to offer for potential pickup buyers. And the off-roading ZR2 and ZR2 Bison trims make a Ford F-150 Raptor arguably unnecessary. But while the Colorado offers good towing capacity and fuel efficiency, its V6 can leave some owners wanting more power. The aftermarket has thankfully responded. Both Lingenfelter …
If you’re going to purchase a new or used truck you will be paying more than ever from financing charges. Monthly costs have soared making new vehicle ownership the highest it has ever been since stats were first tracked. You may think you got an economical choice, but your expenses go well beyond fuel and …
What started as a joke between late-night talk-show host Craig Ferguson and Jay Leno has ended with this new and improved 1968 Ford Bronco. Ferguson parked the derelict Bronco in Leno’s Burbank studio parking spot on the last day of taping the Tonight Show. Since then it has been sitting in Leno’s garage waiting for …
GMC made a name for itself as the years went on, including one special achievement involving its trucks and the U.S. military.
If you’re getting that “new truck” itch, take a step back. If you don’t need a new ride ASAP, consider waiting for the best time to shop.
Since the second generation released in 2016, the Nissan Titan has made a comeback. The 2019 model has earned overwhelmingly positive reviews.
One of the most reliable used trucks on the market is a Ford F-150. But which model year should you look for when buying a used F-150?
Truck buyers have a tough choice: gas or diesel? Each engine type has its own loyal camp among pickup truck owners.
There’s something to be said for creature comforts. And trucks like the GMC Sierra Elevation Edition shine in the details.
Ram has always struggled against the popularity of other pickup brands, but as a survey suggests, farmers love Ram trucks.
Limited-edition trucks aren’t always valuable. Whatever the specific reason, consumers and the market just didn’t bite. But a truck’s popularity isn’t only determined by the used market. Sometimes, special editions just aren’t special enough to sell. Or whatever they celebrated faded from popular culture. And just like the trends that inspired them, the trucks went …
The Lordstown, Ohio, GM plant that was at the heart of the recent month-long UAW strike has been sold. Lordstown Motors Corp. has purchased the former GM facility. The plant was a large part of the UAW strike this summer. The UAW was ultimately unsuccessful in getting GM to assign another vehicle for production there. …
What do you do when you want to figure out what is truly the best off-road companion? Take a few trucks out to the Mojave Desert and put them through their paces, of course! That’s what Motor Trend did with the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison, and the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon. …
One thing all truck owners have in common is that they appreciate vehicles that are dependable. Reliability is a major reason for people to buy their first truck, and it’s something that keeps them coming back whenever they’re in the market for a new vehicle. And while full-size trucks are the stereotypical tough trucks that …
Although hard-core off-road racers like the Ford F-150 Raptor and PaxPower Ranger Raptor have a passionate following, not everyone wants or needs a Baja Trophy Truck. At the same time, potential overlanders may want to haul their Rangers to haul campers with a bit more speed. For those in that middle ground, Ford may have …
None of the US pickup truck manufacturers make them in China. Ford would like to change that, but there have to be some changes before it can begin. A Ford-branded truck could be built but it wants China to reverse its restrictions on trucks entering city centers. It does this to limit the already overtaxed …
This year we’ve seen the rise of the lifestyle truck. An increasing number of buyers want a pickup as a daily driver or a family vehicle that also can do occasional hauling and towing jobs. While they appreciate a pickup truck’s utility, it may not be the main reason they want one. What if a …
