Pickup Trucks (Page 11)

Tesla's firmware fix and parts backlog for Cybertruck charging failures look eerily like Hyundai's ICCU playbook.

A veteran Chevy owner has ditched his Silverado for a 2026 Toyota Tacoma SR5, citing a “downslide” in GM quality and repetitive wheel bearing failures. While the switch to Toyota offers reliability, he warns that Tacoma engineers may be losing focus.

A 2025 Toyota Tundra owner warns of a "dead pedal" hesitation that nearly caused two accidents. While some owners turn to aftermarket solutions like Pedal Commander, we investigate the 2-second lag Toyota is reportedly working to resolve at the factory.

The American Veterinary Medical Association estimates that there are over 89 million dogs in America. The AVMA estimates that there are about 73 million cats. Mopar has a new line of accessories called Mopaw, that are designed to keep pets safe.

An F-150 Lightning owner trailered two horses 126.6 miles through Southern California hill country, used 48 percent of his battery, and averaged between 1.5 and 1.8 miles per kilowatt-hour, all without exceeding 50 mph on backroads.

A 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X owner who bought the truck used at 11,000 miles watched the 6.2-liter V8 seize at 49,000 miles after passing a factory recall inspection just months earlier. Thirty days later, the truck is still at the dealership.

After 30 years and 3 Tacomas, Gary Hawk nearly bought a GMC Canyon or Nissan Frontier. Then he tested the 2026 Tacoma Hybrid Off-Road. His verdict? The i-FORCE MAX torque makes the 4-cylinder vs. V6 debate irrelevant. Here is why he ditched his Forester.

The rising number of PCS failures is causing some Cybertruck owners to ask Tesla to buy back their trucks. One owner states that in 23 months, his PCS has failed three times, and now he wants Tesla to refund his Cybertruck purchase.

A Texas owner’s 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane Limited is dead at 3,728 miles—twice. Despite two battery replacements, the dealer claims "no fault found." Here is why the 12V parasitic drain is plaguing new Ram owners and the TSB fix you need to know.

A 2026 Chevy Silverado ZR2 owner says his 6.2L V8 feels "sluggish" after being "dusted" by a Ram 1500. Here is why the 420HP truck hits a 97 mph wall and the specific steps needed to "unleash" the EcoTec3 engine's true performance potential.

Ford F-150 owner Kenneth Sylvester Jr. saved $7,800 after his 2020 truck suffered a total engine failure at 86,000 miles. Despite 4K-mile oil changes, the $12,000 repair was fully covered by a $4,200 extended warranty, netting him a brand-new engine.

Ford is giving vehicle owners a free, one-year subscription to an off-roading navigation service so they can enjoy more of the great outdoors. It includes information about hiking, biking, off-roading, hunting and fishing sites.

Louisiana 2023 Toyota Tundra owner Janice Brown Harvey reports her "recall fix" failed within 24 hours. After a full engine replacement, the truck overheated before reaching home. Is Toyota's V35A twin-turbo remedy failing? Read the full owner report.

A widespread power conversion system(PCS) failure that prevents Cybertrucks from charging at home is overwhelming Tesla Service. The EV maker is now offering free supercharging to all affected trucks until enough parts become available to fix the problem.

One-month real-world test: Worksport Solis solar tonneau cover delivers 350W on Ford F-150 Lightning, charges the COR battery in 4 hours. Is the $3,250 setup worth it?

The new CEO of Stellantis refused to shut down the ailing brands, believing they can still be successful in their regions.

A retired driver with 40 vehicles under his belt says his 2025 Ford Maverick became his favorite, replacing his Explorer and proving that a smaller, simpler truck can truly do it all.

A Florida owner’s 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane has suffered 3 major electrical breakdowns in just 11,000 miles. With no parts available and no repair timeline from Stellantis, the 5-time loyalist says she’s done. Is the 6th Gen Ram’s reliability at risk?

In a direct response to Torque News, GM said it has not changed the 6.2-liter V8 recall remedy and is telling affected owners to get the repair done under the current 10-year or 150,000-mile coverage plan.

After a $28,000 CarMax offer and "shuddering" 8-speed gears, a Florida owner is ready to ditch his 2019 Chevy Silverado for his 2004 Tahoe. As dealership "learning" excuses wear thin, is the 20-year-old GMT800 platform actually the smarter investment?

Buying a 2026 F-150? While the 3.5L gets the glory, the 2.7L’s "Diesel-Spec" CGI block is the secret to 300k-mile reliability for non-towers. We address that 10-speed highway "clunk" and why Nathan’s test drive experience is a known software quirk.

A 2026 Toyota Tundra owner in Boston warns: check your heated seats before signing. One buyer’s TRD Off-Road came with a heated wheel but no seat heaters. The dealer’s “fix” resulted in awkward side-mounted switches that suggest an aftermarket swap.

Tennessee owner Taylor Lynch traded his 4th-Gen Toyota Tacoma for a 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands Sasquatch after securing a deal that wiped out his 2WD loan. See why this "even better deal" convinced a loyal Tacoma fan to switch to Ford’s off-road titan.

He traded his Ram TRX for a 2026 Sierra Denali Ultimate diesel to get better mileage and fewer worries. By the next morning, he says the new truck was smoking with oil at just 120 miles.

A Nashville Lyft driver put 100,000 miles on a 2024 Cybertruck Foundation Series in one year. He paid $7,200 for an out-of-warranty repair at 60K miles, replaced the tires at 40K, and tracked every watt-hour. Here's what actually held up.

Kia's global CEO confirmed a US hybrid pickup at the April 2026 investor day. But when TorqueNews asked Kia America for details, the answer was telling.

Frustrated by 2024 Toyota Tundra reliability issues, Dallas owner Carlos Manuel swapped his truck for a 2026 Ram Laramie Southwest Edition. We analyze if the Ram's "Great" J.D. Power rating justifies ditching the Tundra's unproven i-FORCE MAX hybrid.

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he was surprised when Tesla contacted him about needing a new high-voltage battery pack. The owner adds that the truck was working perfectly, but Tesla performed remote diagnostics and made this decision.

After switching to 5W-30 oil, a 2020 GMC Sierra 6.2L owner in Pennsylvania reports a rear main seal leak at 60,000 miles. We analyze why this oil swap likely isn’t to blame and what 2019–2026 GM owners should actually check to avoid engine failure.

The 2026 Ram 1500 is popular among the automotive writers this year. The Ram 1500 HEMI has received kudos across the board. The latest award is from the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press that finds the Ram 1500 perfect to handle rough mountain terrain.