Pickup Trucks (Page 5)

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.

Terry Smith from Aledo, TX is "second guessing" his 2026 Ford F-150 purchase. Despite Consumer Reports' new #1 reliability ranking for the PowerBoost, owners report $9,000 transmission bills. Is the 2026 10R80 actually fixed? Here is the data.

Houston GMC Sierra owner Brent Jones is skipping the 2026 Toyota Tundra, choosing to wait for 2027 models instead. Why the delay? We dive into the reliability data and why long-time GM loyalists are eyeing Toyota’s next-gen fixes over current V6 turbos.

"I am beyond upset." Lancaster, SC, owner Darrin Williams reports his 2026 Ram Rebel is dead at 1,451 miles; his second new Ram to fail in 12 months. After a "burned fuse block" fix failed, Williams warns of a repeating cycle of electrical “lemons."

Arizona owner Matthew von Prisk shares why he skips 87 octane and $6,000 superchargers to tow 5,100 lbs. From 91 octane gains to "Shadow Realm" transmission fluid loss, here are 4 budget mods every 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma owner needs for high-heat hauling.

Women Cybertruck owners share their unique experiences of daily driving the all-electric truck. These owners say they are targeted for driving a Cybertruck; however, this happens only rarely, and they don’t feel they are in real danger.

GMC Sierra owner David Tidwell ditches his 3.0L Duramax for a 2026 Ram 1500 after "imploding" engines and thrust bearing failures. From missing footwell lights to diesel leaks eroding leaf springs, he reveals why the fuel savings weren't worth the hassle.

Choosing between the 2026 F-150’s 3.5L EcoBoost and 5.0L V8? While the 3.5L offers more torque, Oakland buyer Adrian Santiago is being warned: choose the 5.0L to avoid $4,000 out-of-warranty cam phaser repairs. Here’s the data for long-term owners.

6,700 miles and a failed engine? 2026 GMC Sierra owner Jacob Van Den Top reports lifter failure on his 6.2L V8, challenging GM’s claims that the valvetrain issues were resolved for 2026. Is a DFM disabler now mandatory for new truck owners?

A 2025 Toyota Tacoma owner in Alberta explains why he traded his 6MT TRD Off-Road for a 2026 Prius PHEV. While losing the manual transmission was a "major downgrade," the jump to 50+ MPG was a fuel economy win he couldn't ignore. Here is his story.