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2019 Rivian Seattle Event-Rivian

Rivian R1T Electric Pickup Truck Caught Filming Live

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 …
A row of trucks for sale at a dealership.

Economy Comparison: Full-Size Pickup Trucks

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 …
2018 Chevrolet Colorado Diesel

The Best Chevrolet Colorado Might Be the Basic Work Truck

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 …
A red Nissan Frontier sanding.

The Nissan Frontier Is the Anti-Luxury Pickup Truck

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 …
2019 Toyota Tacoma SX

I’ve Got $12,000 For A Midsize Truck. What Can I Get?

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 …
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

How Off-Road-Capable Is the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro?

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 …
2019 Nissan Frontier

One Last Drive of the Nissan Frontier Before It’s Redesigned

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 …
2018 Chevrolet Colorado Diesel

Why the Chevy Colorado Is the Best Work Truck

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 …
2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2

Car and Driver: Honda Ridgeline Better than Chevy Colorado

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 …
2019 Ford Ranger Raptor parked in sand

Why Does Ford Refuse to Sell the Ranger Raptor in America?

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 …
2019 Toyota Tacoma SX Package parked in a field

Does the Toyota Tacoma Have Adaptive Cruise Control?

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 …
2019 Chevy ZR2 Bison off-roading on muddy trail

Why the Chevrolet Colorado Is the Truck You Need to Buy

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 …
Chevrolet Colorado with Edelbrock Supercharger

Edelbrock-Supercharged Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Makes V8 Unnecessary

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 …

How Much Do Pickup Trucks Really Cost You?

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 …