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Fiat-Chrysler Tornado Engine | Mopar Insider

Future Straight-Six Engine Is Big Ram and Jeep News

Fiat-Chrysler is developing a straight-six cylinder engine for Jeep and Ram to replace the Hemi V8. That’s news in itself but there is a lot more going on. The rumor of a straight-six popped up on Allpar a few years ago. It is confirmed by various patents applied for as discovered by Mopar Insiders, and …
2019 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Trail Runner

Towing and Hauling with the Chevrolet Colorado Z71

The team at Motor Trend acquired a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 for a long-term test vehicle and they put it to the test when it comes to hauling and towing. The truck they named 2015 Truck of the Year proved it could tow max loads like a winner. Efficient hauling Motor Trend’s Detroit office came …
Lamborghini LM002

What’s the Real Difference in a Classic and Vintage Truck?

Classic pickups are becoming more popular. Whether it’s the increasingly expensive luxuries offered on modern trucks or visions from Instagram off-roaders, isn’t precisely clear. But the older trucks’ simpler designs, while important to keep in mind, clearly play into it. But as these trucks’ presence becomes more prevalent, there might be a growing issue to …
2019 Chevy ZR2 Bison | Chevrolet

Can the Chevrolet Colorado Fit a Surfboard?

The Chevrolet Colorado Z71 is known as a versatile and fuel-efficient pickup truck. Because it is only a midsize truck, many truck enthusiasts feel that it is very limited in what it can do and how it can perform. However, when it comes to performance, this truck is able to outperform a lot of other trucks in …

Nissan’s 70% Profit Plunge Spotlights Old Pickups

News about Nissan keeps getting worse. Nissan just reported a 70% plunge in profit so far this quarter. The Japanese manufacturer says it is seeing more sales in the US but overall sales and profit are way down. Global sales fell 7.5% in the third quarter and overall income dropped by more than half to …
2019 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab

Why You Should Still Buy a New Nissan Frontier

It’s been called America’s cheapest truck. It’s been around for over 15 years, with very few upgrades, little, if any significant changes, or improvements. It tops the list of worst fuel economy in the midsize truck class. We’re talking about the 2019 Nissan Frontier. Here’s the caveat. It’s still on the market and confirmed for …
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro parked on rocks

Does the Toyota Tacoma Have Android Auto?

One of the last large automakers to incorporate Android Auto compatibility into its vehicles, Toyota announced in January 2018 that the 2019 Avalon would offer the technology. From there, according to The Verge, it spread to the company’s other small SUVs and sedans. Early in 2019, Toyota announced that its 2020 models of the 4Runner, Tacoma, …
Porsche Panamera

Why Hasn’t Porsche Made a Pickup Truck?

Enthusiasts may consider the 911 the quintessential Porsche, but the iconic sports car isn’t the German automaker’s big earner. Both the Cayenne and Macan have proved immensely popular, as has the Panamera sedan. Even the recently-announced electric Taycan may outsell the 911. Porsche doesn’t just make sports cars anymore: it makes luxury vehicles, too. But …
2018 Chevrolet Colorado Diesel

How the Chevrolet Colorado Handles Roadtrips

The Chevrolet Colorado has been loved by millions of truck fans for decades. After winning the 2016 Truck of the Year award, this mid-sized pickup has a lot to live up to. When it comes to pickup trucks, most people are looking for something that is both tough and durable. When most people think of a …
Lamborghini LM002

Lamborghini LM002: When Lamborghini Made a Pickup Truck

Although not every low-production limited-edition truck is valuable, the classic pickup market is beginning to heat up. Several customized trucks have commanded big prices at past auctions. But, many of the in-demand vintage pickups are utilitarian workhorses. Trucks made to work, rugged and capable. These kinds of qualities are why old trucks tend to hold …
Rivian R1T

The Rivian Vs Tesla Pickup Truck Wars

In the electric truck wars, there are currently only two players; Tesla and Rivian. Oh sure, there are others, but none with the cred of these two companies. Or as much to lose. Neither has produced anything, but right now Rivian has the advantage because it has shown its hand.  In just a few days …
2019 Chevy ZR2 Bison | Chevrolet

Why the Colorado ZR2 Bison Is Better than the Tacoma TRD Pro

If you like off-roading in desert regions, then the two trucks you’re probably considering are the Toyota Tacoma Pro TRD and the Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison. Both have great features which make them amazing trucks in their own right, but if you can only afford one, you have to choose between the two. After testing …
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Z71 driving on country road

NBC Tests 2020 Silverado 2500: Good and Bad

While 2019 was the first year for the all-new Silverado 1500 Chevy chose to wait to apply the all-new platform to its heavy-duty 2500 series. For 2020 the 2500 shares its lighter sibling’s architecture, so it’s all-new. Unfortunately, according to NBC who tested it, the Silverado 2500 is not up to its competitor’s pickups. Let’s …
A red Nissan Frontier sanding.

One Reviewer Actually Still Loves the Nissan Frontier

While many critics have shunned the Nissan Frontier, and consider it tired, outdated, and uninteresting, others disagree. In fact, one reviewer in particular raves about it. If you’re an avid sportsman, keep reading. The 2018 Nissan Frontier Midnight Edition might just be the truck you end up loving too. What did Nissan Frontier have going …
2019 Ford F-150 Limited

Why Ford’s Aluminum Truck Bed Might Be Better for You

Manufacturers are always coming up with new and innovative ways to make their pickup trucks stand out in the market. Technology was the area that automakers targeted the most. At least, until gas mileage became the focus for consumers. One particular automotive production company paved the way for something that turned out to be quite controversial …
2019 Toyota Tacoma Sport

2020 Tacoma Wins “Top Safety Pick” Rating

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 …
2019 Honda Ridgeline driving down road

MotorTrend Likes the Honda Ridgeline More than Two Other Trucks

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. …