2020 has been quite rough for the Rivian R1T. In April, we learned that the COVID-19 global pandemic had caused the EV startup to delay the production of its all-electric pickup truck. As a result, the first customer deliveries were delayed from late 2020 to the summer of 2021. However, Rivian aims to end the …
Trucks are an incredibly popular choice for U.S. buyers. Not everyone needs a heavy duty truck with a big diesel engine. But for those who do, there are a few options out there. Two of the primary choices for people that want a big ol’ heavy hauler are the Ram 2500 or 3500 and the …
Since the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning went out of production in 2004, fans of the super truck have been aching for its return. As it stands, Ford’s current production souped-up F-150 is the off-roading Raptor. However, not all buyers want to go off-roading. Some are content with a high-horsepower pickup for the road. Unfortunately, Motor1 …
The Rezvani Hercules 6×6 is, without a doubt, one of the wildest pickup trucks we’ve ever seen. For starters, the Jeep-based Hercules has six wheels, military-inspired styling, and FOX off-roading suspension. The Rezvani isn’t cheap, however, given that it starts at $225,000. There’s even a Military trim that starts at $325,000 and includes bulletproof windows …
The Nissan Titan has been one of the lesser competitors in the full-size pickup truck space. Others like the Ford F-150 and the Ram 1500 pickup trucks dominate the market. For several model years, critics complained of dated tech and a lack of sheer strength and capability compared with other half-ton trucks. It hasn’t exactly …
If you are in the market for a brand-new pickup truck, chances are you’ve at least considered the 2021 Ford F-150. To entice you further, Ford has implemented a new financing deal. In short, you’ll be able to defer your F-150 payments for 90 days. This means that you can drive your brand-new truck for …
Many people may recognize Jay Leno as a stand-up comedian and television entertainer. However, he is also a big-time car enthusiast. His collection is large enough to need a warehouse to house it and a staff maintaining or restoring the vehicles. So, after leaving late-night television shows, he began work on Jay Leno’s Garage, another …
The Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler are two of the most versatile vehicles currently on sale. Despite basically being just an SUV and a pickup truck, these Jeeps can conquer almost any terrain. One of the biggest draws of both is the ability to remove their doors and roof easily. However, one major drawback has always …
When the Jeep Gladiator was launched, it saw brisk sales. Since then, sales have dipped a bit. So, Jeep is injecting a little more attention into the Gladiator line with a new special edition. The 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys Edition will be available with the Sport and Sport S trim levels. It is the first …
In recent years, the pickup truck and SUV segment has grown exponentially. In this Roadshow video, the host goes into a bit of history and explains why sedans are becoming a thing of the past. Pickup trucks are a roaring and rugged offering in today’s market. As they say in the video, “pickup trucks and …
GMC pickup trucks have lately been marketed as a ‘premium’ level truck brand. According to this article on Good Car Bad Car, it’s all about perception. The marketing team at GMC saw a window and took the opportunity to fill a hole in the segment. Whether the trucks are actually more premium than the mainstream …
The Ford F-150 usually hovers up in the top three on every list of full-size pickup trucks. The Toyota Tundra is another favorite. It’s a pickup truck often praised for its longevity and good resale value. However, the Ford F-150 has been an American best-seller for decades. In fact, according to US News and World …
When it comes to sales, it’s no secret that the Ford F-Series is a winner year after year. 2019 and especially crazy 2020, however, have shown that other brands like GM and Ram Trucks are gunning to overtake the reigning champion of pickup truck sales––Ford. But a look at the sales numbers for this year …
If you’ve been doing your research on the best 2020 compact pickup trucks, you may have noticed that Nissan Frontier isn’t the critics’ favorite. While its rivals have become more upscale and tech-savvy, Nissan’s Frontier has primarily stayed the same. But even so, the Frontier still has some fans. Why people seem divided on the 2020 Nissan Frontier The …
This week many of us have spent a lot of time remembering a rock legend, Eddie Van Halen. Famous for his music, many older car enthusiasts could probably remember jamming out to Van Halen in their classic muscle cars and enjoying the wind in your hair. With the passing of Eddie Van Halen this past …
Hailstorms are annoying. Sometimes, they can even be dangerous and destructive. One 2020 Ford Raptor owner discovered this first hand. He was, of course, very excited to buy his pickup, only to become disheartened by a hailstorm the next day. He and his wife were safe. But, the new Raptor took a beating. The hail …
GMC is an iconic American benchmark when it comes to auto brands. It’s the corporate counterpart to Chevrolet, so many of its trucks and SUVs like the Yukon and the Sierra are similar to some of the Chevy models we are familiar with. However, it does stand alone and its production vehicles maintain their own …
Over the weekend, Mark Smith, founder of Smyth Performance, revealed the first finished Jeep Grand Cherokee pickup truck conversion kit from his company. It is a pickup for people who need a truck but do not want to pay the price of a new rig. The Jeep Grand Cherokee conversion kit backstory Smyth Performance is …
As we close up the whirlwind that is 2020, buying a new pickup truck may be on your mind. Should you just go out to the dealer and pull the plug? Or does a waiting game help close a better deal? How does timing affect the end result of buying your pickup truck? Don’t rush …